Always a tourist favourite in Asia, Japan's mostly homogenistic society has made it something of a mystery to outsiders for centuries. Even Tokyo, its high-tech, thriving capital, is cloaked in an impenetrable Japanese culture that no amount of Starbucks can destroy. In almost all ways, this is a good thing. Travellers can experience authentic Japanese culture throughout the country. However, it also means that very little English (or other language) is spoken or written, and navigation and comp ...
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Dear All, We, 3 nature lovers, have revised our itinerary.We’re not fans of temple, so we chose to stay 2 days in Kyoto instead of four. We’ve not booked our accommodations. Any feedbackfrom experienced travellers is much appreciated. 27.11.18 (Tues, Osaka): Reach Osaka earlymorning. Find a place to rest before checking in. Visit Dontonbori Streetin in the evening. 28.11.18 (Wed, Osaka): Day trip to Nara 29.11.18 (Thurs, Kyoto): Cycling aroundArashiyama Bamboo Forest(4 hours),Okochi-San ...
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JR pass: 7 or 14 days? Itinerary set
Posted by KIJ25 on 14/7/2017 at 05:53Hi everyone, Accommodation is all booked - we just can't decide if we need a 7 day or 14 day JR pass for the following itinerary: Day 1: Arrive Tokyo Narita airport - Tokyo Day 2: Tokyo area Day 3: Tokyo - day trip to Kamakura Day 4: Tokyo - day trip to Nikko Day 5: Tokyo - Takayama Day 6: Takayama - Kyoto Day 7: Kyoto area Day 8: Kyoto area Day 9: Kyoto - day trip to Arashiyama Day 10: Kyoto - day trip to Nara Day 11: Kyoto - Hiroshima Day 12: Hiroshima - Miyajima Day 13: Miyajima - Hiroshima ...
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Okinawa Transportation & Other Islands
Posted by KateEdwards on 2/8/2017 at 22:56Hi everybody, I am planning a short trip to Okinawa between now and the end of September. I was reading a bit about transportation on the "main island", it seems that everybody hires a car, does anyone here have any related experience? Do you really need a car to get around, or can you just make use of public transportation? Also, I would like to go snorkeling at one of the other islands, any recommendations? I really would like to see turtles:-). Thank you! ...
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We are planning a trip to Japan in the beginning of June. My husband and I are travelling with a 10 and 14 year old. We are interested in both the culture and landscape of Japan. I am afraid this itinerary may be too much but would love to hear some thoughts. We plan to have the JR pass. Arrive in Tokyo in the afternoon of day one, spend 2 days in Tokyo Go to Jigokudari on day three in evening and spend the night, visit the onsen, then head to Hakone. Do the free pass in Hakone (cable car, ropew ...
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Hi, I'm travelling to Japan this Friday for 11 days and will be arriving around 7pm. Is it possible to buy a prepaid SIM at Narita airport? Anyone done this and remember how much they paid? I only want to access maps, whatsapp and check places to go when I'm out and about. I also was reading about pocket WiFI, is this generally cheaper than a prepaid SIM? Can I rent one at Narita airport? Appreciate any help on getting connected when I arrive. Many thanks Kayleigh ...
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3 weeks in Japan over Xmas and New Years
Posted by somtam2000 on 13/9/2016 at 21:30Moshi Moshi! So we're off to Japan over Xmas and New Years (mid December to mid Jan), flying in and out through Tokyo. I haven't been to Japan in 35 years, so my know how is a little out of date Any tips from those who have been there? We'll be travelling with two kids (8 & 9) and am thinking of covering perhaps a half dozen destinations in all. Suggestions so far have included Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto, Kanazawa, Miyajima and Yuzawa - which are all at the moment just a jumble in my head! Look ...
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Stay at hotel or apartment in Japan?
Posted by yuta on 30/3/2015 at 13:58Hi,i am Japanese and own apartment. I want to rent out not only Japanese but also tourist from overseas. So i have questions for you. 1.How long stay in Japan? 2.Where are you stay at hotel , apartment or the others? 3.Do you have any questions or demands about rent an apartment in Japan? ...
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Is it really that expensive? I would really love to visit and bring my kids there but from what I heard it's very expensive. Any travelling tips for a budget traveller like me ...
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Onsen Ryokan between Tokyo and Kyoto?
Posted by grak88 on 6/8/2014 at 00:08Does anyone have any recommendations for a ryokan with an onsen? Going to be travelling from Tokyo to Kyoto so anything cool along the way would be appreciated. I'm looking for a more traditional one. Modern is fine but I would rather not stay in one that is like a hotel. Price wise, I'm willing to splurge if it super duper awesome but I don't believe something has to be expensive to be awesome. Thanks! ...
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Yamagata itinerary in January (for non-skiers)
Posted by opfish on 8/12/2015 at 02:57Hello all, I'll be traveling to Tohoku on the first week of January with my 73 year old father (fit and loves to walk) - we'll be going to Yamagata, it's our first time up north, so I don't know the area, and I'm having trouble finishing up our itinerary. We're travelling on a 7 day rail pass, leaving from Kansai and returning to Kansai - I've booked 3 nights so far but still have another 3 to book, and wanted to ask for suggestions from people who know the area. Here's what we have so far: ...
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How can I get on internet with my phone in Japan?
Posted by hument on 5/2/2015 at 21:44I am going to have an educational travel in japan for about 3 weeks. The last time I went Japan I used some free Wi-Fi spots but the signal was really bad that time. so~! Is there a Temporary SIM card in Japan? OR Wi-Fi Router~ Better be pre-paid and 1G+ data plan. I am using 4G phone and I would like upload some pictures on my instagram. Thank you very much~~ ...
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Hi all, I am in a bit of a jam. Me and a friend of mine are in Tokyo next week and are looking to go party at night and sight see during the day. We're looking mostly in shinjuku but that's because it's all we know. We'd like to be near some good crazy nightlife, not looking for anything sleazy though. If you can help that would be great. I just ne Ed area or hotel tips. We're willing to spend a bit over 100$ Canadian per night for 2 of us. Thanks ...
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how long to go janpan from thailand by plane
Posted by johntin on 19/3/2015 at 11:52HÅryÅ« Chi - Horyuji Temple as a World Heritage cultural created with the year 1150 by Prince Shotoku Taishi said to Phra Phut debate on the west coast. Considered among the oldest wooden buildings in the world. The temple is filled with treasures and cultural heritage of many important. It has been regarded as a collection of large Japanese Buddhist art. Traffic Admission: 1,000 yen Open - Close: 8:00 am - 17:00 pm. (November - February: 8:00 - 16:30 pm.). Closed: Open every day. How to ...
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Coming month I an planing to visit Japan. Can anyone help which places
Posted by LucieKoko on 19/10/2014 at 05:28Hello fellow travelers. I am going to visit Japan for 4-5 days. I want to visit famous monuments like Todiji Temple. I need suggestions so can i plan my visit according. Can anyone help with name of monument and little information about it. Thanks in advance. Happy Travelling ...
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First time to Japan for 2 person (Feb 2015). Need help with itinerary.
Posted by Ericchan7 on 2/8/2014 at 08:53Dear all, would appreciate if you guys could give us some advice as we are looking to travel to Japan for the first time! Our travelling dates are 1-16 Feb 2015, we are planning to visit Kyoto (1-6 Feb), Hokkaido (7-12 Feb) & Tokyo (13-15 Feb). Effectively we have 15 days & nights in Japan, as we are having morning flight back to Singapore on the 16th. 1) Recommended way for us to travel from Kyoto to Hokkaido and Hokkaido to Tokyo. We should be getting the 14-day JR pass to save cost. ...
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NETRATE CONCEPTS - VISITING JAPAN
Posted by soletraveler on 22/10/2014 at 10:11I am interested in visiting Japan in the spring of 2015. I have never been there before and would be leaving from boston. The things i would like to know are 1. what is the best airline to use 2. what is the least expensive city to fly into. 3 would a guided tour be the best way to see Japan and what company would you use if you did do a guided tour? Appreciate all feed back...........thanks ...
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Hi all. I'm heading to Japan for 3 weeks end of October. I would like to spend a week on the south islands Kerama Islands or Miyako-Jima (open to suggestions). I'm looking for nice beaches and good water activities i.e. kayaking, snorkelling and scuba diving. I'd like to do some diving, ideally I'd like to find some kind of dive and accommodation package. Or if there are any recommendations on dive shops that I can contact that speak english or hotel/hostel recommendations. I'm traveling wit ...
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looking for a place to meditate
Posted by hades410 on 27/7/2014 at 19:00Hi For along time I've been looking for a place to start my life over,never figured out how to live modern life, never been outside my country, heard a lot of stories about places in the east you could volunteer, eat and live with Buddhists/monks while practicing meditation and finding your serenity. I know Google can't help find a place like this but maybe you can. If you know a place like this (preferably as far and remote as possible) maybe not just in japan but in all of Asia, please share ...
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Do you need help on Travel in Japan?
Posted by iwillfly525 on 16/1/2013 at 19:58I love Travelfish and I'm happy to see it's venturing into more counties in Asia. I lived in Japan for the 9 years and would be happy to answer any questions I can. -Gina http://www.agirlandherbackpack.com ...
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