Practical stuff

Here are the links to the blog posts giving practical information on travelling Japan.

• Staying at ryokan, a traditional japanese inn

Staying at ryokan is a unique opportunity to experience authentic Japanese culture.

• Long distance travel within Japan

Information on the fastest and most convenient ways to travel between cities and across Japan.

• Getting around Tokyo metropolitan area

The best ways to get to different places in the buzzing metropolis of Tokyo.

• Renting a mobile telephone
• A great way to stay in touch with home that also gives you added convenience of mobile internet while in Japan.

• English mapping of Japan

This is a new service that offers maps of Japanese cities in Romaji or roman characters, very useful for all non-Kanji (Japanese) readers.

 

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