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    • Kamakura Enoshima Pass

      Kamakura Jun 9, 2013 at 12:11 AM

      Can you purchase this pass at Yokohama Station or do you have to get off at Ofuna Station?

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    • bicycle renting

      Tokyo-to May 31, 2013 at 2:08 AM

      we need two bicycle to rent for a month. we will stay in adachi-ku. anyone knows about the lowest and the highst price for renting? and is there any rental shops that you recommend?

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    • Hotel Monterey Grasmere or Swissotel Nankai

      Osaka Jun 9, 2013 at 8:38 AM

      Hello everyone. I just want to know which of the two hotels should i stay. Its our first time to travel to Osaka. I heard from reviews that both hotels are in good location in terms of shopping and taking the trains. Your feedback is greatly appreciated. Thanx!

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    • Dorm/Hostels in Nishinomiya

      Nishinomiya May 28, 2013 at 12:59 AM

      Hi! I am going to Kobe College this coming July. Can you recommend a hostel/dorm within the area? Thanks!

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      tenri to hakata

      Hakata May 22, 2013 at 4:33 PM

      How long does it take to go by train JR from Tenri to Hakata

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      Is there any escalator/elevator at Shijo Karasuma Subway Station?

      Kyoto May 22, 2013 at 2:45 PM

      Hi everyone!

      I'll be staying at Toyoko Inn Shijo Karasuma. I plan to travel to the hotel from Kyoto Station by subway Karasuma Line. May I know whether there is any elevator or escalator at Shijo Karasuma Station? We will have fairly large luggage...

      Tq!
      Mel

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    • Distance between JR Namba and Namba Nankai station

      Osaka Jun 12, 2013 at 8:57 AM

      Hello. Can someone tell me how far is the distance by walking from JR Namba to Namba Nankai station?

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    • metro&jr card

      Tokyo-to May 31, 2013 at 2:12 AM

      is there any advantageous card of metro/jr for tourists?

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      Cheap Backpacker

      Tokyo May 27, 2013 at 5:20 PM

      Do you know any cheap backpacker in Tokyo to stay for couple of days? Or couchsurfing?
      Thanks

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      Need suggestions for cheap and affordable accommodations in Kyoto & Osaka

      Osaka May 21, 2013 at 10:37 PM

      Hi guys, do you have any good recommendations for accommodation in Kyoto & Osaka area? My budget is USD $40-60(max) per night. For Kyoto, hotels are great but I would love to try the Ryokan type to experience the traditional Japanese style also accessible to Kyoto Station. And for Osaka, I prefer hotels somewhere around Namba or Dotonbori area and also easy access for everything especially transport. Thanks in advance! :)

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      taxi fare to Osaka Airport

      Higashi-futami Yesterday

      Does anyone know about how much it would cost to take a taxi from the Higashi Futami train station to the Osaka Itami Airport?

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    • gsm operator

      Tokyo-to May 31, 2013 at 2:11 AM

      i need a gsm operator to use for a month in japan. which one do you recommend?

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      twin ring motegi

      Japan Jun 14, 2013 at 2:18 AM

      hi I am wanting to go by train from Tokyo to the MOTOGP in motegi. can someone please help me out with what train line I need to take and what website to book the train through. or if anyone has a better way of travelling to and from the race track??? help????? please?????

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    • japanese teaching

      Tokyo Jun 13, 2013 at 4:21 AM

      We're two people in adachi-ku. We need someone to teach us japanese for 20 days that can be student etc, around this area or somewhere from not far away. maybe can join us as friends. please let us know.

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    • 18 days in Japan

      Japan 18 hours ago

      18 days in Japan. Arriving into and departing from Osaka. November 9th to 27th. Want to see foliage, culture and life.

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    • As a US citizen living in Japan, where do I go to get travel visas?

      Japan Jun 7, 2013 at 12:02 AM

      I currently have a work visa. It will expire in January. After that, I want to travel in Japan for a week, then other places in Asia, and then possibly return to Japan to travel for longer. Where do I go to take care of all this? I live in Osaka.

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      First time paragliding in japan

      Japan Jun 3, 2013 at 1:39 AM

      Hi!
      My boyfriend and I are planning a trip to japan this july, and I am wondering if anyone know if it's possible to paraglide for tourists in Japan. We're traveling from Nagoya to Fukuoka, so preferably in a location somewhere between those places. We've never tried it before, so I guess it will have to be with some kind of paraglide school. I know it's a bit unusual question, but it would be really great to hear from anyone who has done it before, or know about a good school/location for us to try!

      PS. I do speak some Japanese as I was an exchange student there 3-4 years ago, so we're not completely dependent on a English-speaking paraglide school.

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      flower viewing

      Japan 23 hours ago

      Where in Japan is the best place/city to view AJISAI (hydrangeas)
      thanks...
      U..

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    • sightseeing

      Kyoto Jun 6, 2013 at 12:36 PM

      Hello,

      I am travelling to Kyoto from around 12:00 on 12 June to around 16:00 on 14 June. I have never been to Japan, and I won't be able to enjoy it during the rest of my travel. What would be your suggestion to do/see to best discover Kyoto and Japaneese culture? I will already be staying in ryokan but I have no idea about the rest since it's so short trip.

      Thanks in advance

      Maikia

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    • YAKUSHIMA JAPAN

      Japan Jun 6, 2013 at 7:35 AM

      Has any member stayed at Happouen Pension (八芳園) – Miyanoura ?
      Unable to locate any review of the place, would appreciate a feedback if anyone knows a link.

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    • Tokyo, hakone, mt. Fuji in 5days

      Tokyo Jun 2, 2013 at 7:16 PM

      Hi I'm visiting tokyo with my family for 5 days and would like to see, Asakusa temple, skytree, and considering going to hakone and m Fuji as day trips. I'm driving from Kobe (I live in Kobe). Is it better to stay in hakone and mt Fuji or to do day trips from tokyo?

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    • cycling hiking and cities in japan

      Japan May 29, 2013 at 10:42 AM

      Good afternoon all

      I was wondering if you could help me, I have 19 days in Japan starting late July. Im dead keen on getting a bit of the urban experience but also spending some time in the wilderness, doing some cycling, preferably with a few temples thrown in too. Very keen to climb Mt Fuji too (even though ive read it can be disappointing). Ive attempted to accomodate all this in the below itinearry and would really appreciate your feedback. is it too much travelling time not enough in one place / completely daft (e.g by missing the highlights (Nikko / Hiroshima / kobe) in favour of a spot of cycling/trekking) I realise the route is a little unconventional, throwing in some little port towns instead of the traditional must sees and perhaps this is a mistake - please enlighten me.

      Day 1 - 4: Tokyo
      Day 4 - 5: Fly to Matsuyama (flights arent expensive at the mo), check out the castle and hot springs there.
      Day 6 - 7: cycle up the Shimmaiko kaido --> overnight at one of the islands --> cycle on to onomichi , spend night there or Tomo.
      Day 8: train to Kyoto, explore kyoto
      Day 9 - 10: explore kyoto / nara?
      day 11 - 12: Koya-san (stay in temple)
      day 12 - 14: kumano kodo pilgrimage to nachi taisha / head to nagano and have a wander round the mountains (v open to suggestions here)
      day 15 - 16: climb mt fuji
      day 17 - 18: Find some sort of beach? Izu peninsula? Any ideas?
      day 19: fly back.

      Thanks for your help! Really appreciate it!

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    • job

      Tokyo Jun 13, 2013 at 4:22 AM

      we need daily job or 20 days job to earn some more money. please let us know.

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    • Good Recommendation for Private Onsen in Hokkaido

      by 2318_TW Online Now Oct 17, 2012 at 6:19 AM

      Will like to check is there any Ensuite Private Onsen in Hokkiado hotel or Ryokan, again not too costly as understand that for private onsen is already "X" but just want to know the lowest for Private Onsen that anyone can advice or recommend. I will be arriving into Sapporo and prefer not too far away between 1-2 hours away from Sapporo will be great. It will also be best if it's near to a Ski Resort. Thanks once again.

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      Takinoue Park and Kamiyubetsu Tulip Park

      by milliturtle Online Now Feb 15, 2012 at 8:34 PM

      Hi, my friend and I are going to be in Sapporo(ish) for a few days in May. I saw that it is the season for the Shibazakura and would really like to visit Takinoue Park and the tulip park. However, it looks extremely difficult to reach Takinoue by public transport. (Or it could be easy but I cannot get decent translations of the Japanese webpages online.) If anyone can give me some idea of how to get to Takinoue from Asahikawa or Sapporo, that'll be much appreciated. Anyway, I'm wondering if anyone know of any day tours originating from Sapporo to both parks. Alternatively, we may go to Asahikawa the night before and try to join a tour from there. I've emailed Asahikawa Tourism and they said the 2012 tour schedule is not available yet. I know last year they only have these tours on the weekends, so they may not be a viable option depending on our schedule. We also considered renting a car, but my friend and I only know how to drive automatic. Would this be a problem? Also, is it difficult to drive in Hokkaido? (road conditions, straight forward directions, etc) While we're at it, do you know if there is a reasonably priced ryokan with a private bath in the area? We are a bit shy about using a public onsen and my friend said one option is to book a room with a private bath. Thanks.

      6 Answers Feb 16, 2012 at 4:42 PM
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      Public transportation in Hokkaido

      by jamiezhuo Online Now Oct 30, 2011 at 3:35 AM

      Hi all, I am planing to do a skiing trip at Niseko in coming late January. Initially, I was planning to rent a car and explore some of the scenic places in Hokkaido, however, it seems that the roads will be icy and covered with snow, not a wise choice to drive a car. May I know how is the public transportation such trains and buses there ? Is it easy to move around with them ? I heard they are expensive and infrequent, is it true ? I will going during chinese new year period, will the shops be closed or transportation be a problem ? Thanks a lot for your advice !!

      7 Answers Oct 31, 2011 at 2:40 AM
    • Personal guide for Dec holiday

      by Eneo Online Now Oct 29, 2011 at 9:10 PM

      Hi , I'm from Singapore n am planning for a trip to Hokkaido on last week of Dec. As it's my first trip & am traveling alone, I hope to engage someone to show me around & travel with me, OR if there's anyone traveling to Hokkaido during same period, we may hook up and travel together . Hope to hear from u guys, cheers!

      1 Answer Nov 21, 2011 at 6:34 AM
    • Trying to book accommodation in Rumoi

      by tiny_168 Online Now Sep 10, 2011 at 6:35 AM

      Greetings, Can anyone advise how I can book a hotel in Rumoi? The 3 hotel listing in Jalan.net are all in Japanese which I cannot understand. Ryan

      8 Answers Sep 27, 2011 at 3:08 AM
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      New to hokkaido

      by gilbertSGD Online Now Jan 1, 2011 at 4:49 AM

      Hello, this will be my first time going to hokkaido in january. I just want to ask what kind of clothes should i wear? how many layers should i wear ? should i wear boots with thermal soles ? should i get heat packs to keep myself warm ? what is the temperature at hokkaido now ? PLEASE HELP ME ON THIS AS I AM GOING TO LEAVE SOON and i have been staying in a one hot season country and i am afraid the weather will be too extreme for me .. thanks alot

      4 Answers Jan 8, 2011 at 2:02 AM
    • planning tovisit Hokkaido

      by Doreenlim Online Now Mar 13, 2010 at 2:04 AM

      We're thinking of going on our own to explore Hokkaido. Anyone have any tips on what must see/must do etc.. for our plan? Appreciate your help.

    • Transportation at Hokkaido for 8 persons

      by mictak Online Now Mar 10, 2010 at 6:24 AM

      We plan to travel around Hokkaido from 8th to 21st July 2010 with total of 8 person. The major cities and tourist site we plan to visit are SAPPORO, OTARU, Hakodate, LAKE TOYA, NOBORIBETSU, Lake Akan, Lake Mashu, Utoro, Abashiri, SUNKYO, ASAHIKAWA, Furano & New Chintose Airport. Please help to advise best option of transportation to travel this location and how can we arrange it & estimate cost. 1. By JR Rail Pass 2. Rental of Van with 8 seater 3. Rental of 2 Car with 2x 4 seater Thanks You Michael

      2 Answers May 30, 2010 at 10:26 AM
    • Tokyo to Hokkaido

      by jamiekyt Online Now Mar 2, 2010 at 6:18 AM

      I'm planning visit Japan in month of July 2010. May i know what is the best option travel from Tokyo to Hokkaido in details. I need to know about the type of transportation (train or flight?) from where/which location to Hokkaido, how much it cost, and how long its the journey take. Thanks in advance :) Heard language is a problem to travel around, its that true?

      2 Answers Mar 2, 2010 at 2:47 PM
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      Ryokan with onsen and kaiseki?

      by vaara Online Now Nov 2, 2002 at 8:12 AM

      So, I'm thinking about taking another week-long vacation in Japan in late November/early December. Last time I went to Tokyo and Nikko, both of which I enjoyed thoroughly; but this time I'm thinking about trying something different. Can anyone recommend a fairly comfortable onsen-style resort with nice scenery and great food on Hokkaido? I'm especially interested in experiencing a true kaiseki-style meal, and of course in soaking in a nice ofuro while gazing out on snow-covered mountains. Skiing would be a bonus, but is not required. Unfortunately, I speak no Japanese, so the inn should be able to cope with English. Someone tell me where to go (nicely)! Arigato gozaimasu!

      2 Answers Apr 8, 2009 at 3:26 AM