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Japan Starter Kit
Posted on Nov 7, 2009, 09:24:35 by xerius
... ¥800-1500 a day. Flying is as safe, reliable and extensive as one would expect in Japan. Most significant cities have a nearby airport, and Tokyo and Osaka have flights to practically every corner of the country. The question is whether it's worth the ...
 
Japan
Posted on Sep 29, 2006, 14:18:38 by itsem
hey Rich, Some of my favourite places in Japan include Nara (just out of Osaka) and Nikko (out of Tokyo)- and Koyasan (day trip from Osaka) is definately worth a look. If you have time Shikoku (island) is also beautiful, much less modernised than the ...
 
Where to stay in Kyoto and Osaka
Posted on Feb 23, 2009, 00:38:22 by uktokyoite
... its no problem if you want to spend all 3 days in one place. Which place to stay in I think depends on your preferences. Osaka is definitely more of a modern city than Kyoto and if you want to go for a drink in the evening and hang out then the Dotonburi ...
 
Advice on Japan
Posted on Nov 12, 2009, 11:25:27 by xerius
... them, but you're only likely to have to use them if you travel to certain locations in the metropolitan areas of Tokyo, Osaka or Nagoya. Of the destinations previously discussed, the only place where you'd need to go off the JR network would be for ...
 
Japan travel on a budget
Posted on Nov 15, 2007, 04:31:41 by stewart.wagh
The urban equivalent of the Elephant Man, OSAKA, Japan's third largest city after Tokyo and Yokohama, yearns to be loved despite its ugliness.If you want to escape Osaka's urban landscape and preoccupations for a day, take a trip out to Takarazuka, ...
 
We are group of 4 (2 adults n 2 kids aged 12 & 13)coming to Japan for the 1st time for 13 days trip. This is our plan: Day-1: Arrive at Narita Airpor
Posted on Oct 17, 2009, 07:39:30 by s6656
... -9: Day trip to Kamakura Day-10: Day trip to Hakone Day-11: Day trip to Nikko Day-12: Full day in Tokyo Day-13: Depart Japan from Narita Airport I am also thinking of including snow monkey trip but not sure if that will be too much. The kids love to see ...
 
the first time to Visit Japan
Posted on Nov 7, 2009, 09:49:51 by xerius
... it's a 1930s, concrete reconstruction rather than a true feudal fortress. The kaiyūkan - better known as Osaka Aquarium - is worth a visit, particularly for its whale shark, Pacific Sunfish, spider crabs and jellyfish. Central Osaka can be a lot ...
 
Where to stay in Kyoto and Osaka
Posted on Feb 20, 2009, 17:23:40 by mickeyll
My husband and I will be in Osaka/Kyoto for 3 nights before leaving a cruise out of Osaka. Should we plan on staying in Osaka the 3 nights or in Kyoto? What is the distance (timewise) between the two cities? How difficult is it to take the bullet train ...
 
Looking for Japan Travellers!!
Posted on Feb 2, 2009, 09:01:11 by catrachoviajero
... posted, but basically (in order) from the 23rd March, I'm staying 4 nights in Tokyo, 2 nights in Hiroshima, 2 nights in Osaka, 2 nights in Takayama, and finally 4 nights in Kyoto. It may seem a little back and forward, but I really wanted to ensure ...
 
Tokyo or Kyoto...
Posted on Jul 23, 2007, 14:11:14 by rich
Decided not to go to Osaka. It sounded like a concrete jungle. I really didn't like Osaka, and in no way would I live there, but commuting from Kyoto would be doable. It is a complete concrete jungle with no respite...even Tokyo has large ...
 
Help needed for trip to Tokyo
Posted on Sep 1, 2009, 13:26:14 by kitkatgo
... hot at that time. And, it rained very little when we were there. If you want to see my blog about our travels to Japan (and I recommend you read some others' trips also) go here: We spent about 10 days and visited quite a few cities. My blog ...
 
Is Japan xenophobic ?
Posted on Jun 4, 2007, 16:09:35 by samballard
... ; feeling you might get from going to Alabama or Mississippi. However, I've traveled over a fair amount of distance in Japan by train without speaking a lick of Japanese. Either I seem to run into someone who speaks fluently that has been able to guide ...
 
the first time to Visit Japan
Posted on Nov 15, 2009, 06:28:46 by seven4664
S*$#ennoji : big temple in Osaka Utsubo Park : this is in midle of Osaka city. there are many good shops and cafe around the park.
 
Capsule Inn Osaka, Japan
Posted on May 9, 2009, 00:22:11 by wakingdream
... of a TV, bed, and a wireless Internet connection which almost seems like a 5-star luxury all things considered. The Capsule Inn Osaka is extremely popular amongst local businessmen who need a place to sleep on long business trips, and it's also popular to ...
 
Coming to Tokyo/Osaka
Posted on Sep 27, 2008, 13:31:46 by jmarkeyj
... My friend Travis and I are coming to Tokyo/Osaka from Sept 30th thru Oct 8th. We are going to see a radiohead concert in Osaka on the 2nd, then cruise around and soak in the culture. We are really keen on karaoke, eating out, seeing some other japanese ...
 
Japan's enchanted beauty.
Posted on Aug 8, 2008, 10:19:23 by uktokyoite
Hi Siripitana, Your latest pic is from the 1970 expo in Osaka - the time capsule. The season is hanami - the cherry blossoms are in bloom - it's actually my favorite time of year! The venue is Osaka castle - beautiful it is!
 
Ishigaki and Yaeyama
Posted on Jun 6, 2009, 01:17:24 by richardinjapan
... live here. However, life in Ishigaki is completely different to Japanese life which I'd previously experienced in Tokyo and Osaka etc. Anyway, I'd recommend Ishigaki and Yaeyama to anybody who fancies getting away from it all for a few weeks, or ...
 
Japanese Rail Pass - value for money?
Posted on May 15, 2008, 21:52:31 by mataeka
i used the JR Pass when I was in Japan. 14 days, traveling between Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, and Nara. It was well worth it. Keep in mind though that local trains and subways are privately owned, and the pass only works on JR train lines --which ...
 
Japanese Rail Pass - value for money?
Posted on May 15, 2008, 21:27:22 by kitkatgo
i used the JR Pass when I was in Japan. 14 days, traveling between Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, and Nara. It was well worth it. Keep in mind though that local trains and subways are privately owned, and the pass only works on JR train lines --which means it ...
 
Japan
Posted on Oct 5, 2006, 12:31:21 by rich
... Japan, hence I've not shelled out on any TEFL course. The good thing about the WHV is that there are offices in Tokyo, Osaka and Nagoya which allow you to view jobs specific to WHV holders - they may well be the S*$# ones though! One thing ...
 
the first time to Visit Japan
Posted on Oct 29, 2009, 03:14:01 by chithanh119
Hello all, I will be going to Osaka in December on business and plan to go into Tokyo on next month. What are some of the "must see" places and some of the do's and don'ts for Japan? Thank you for any advice
 
Traveling to Japan
Posted on Jul 20, 2009, 20:36:35 by polydemic
I want to go to see my relatives. My mother was born & raised in Osaka. A few years ago, my aunt visited my mother & me, in the US, & made me promise to come see her in Japan. She's getting old, so I've got to get there soon, but ...
 
Traveling to Japan
Posted on Jul 20, 2009, 05:20:40 by madamebutterfly
... recommend flying into Tokyo and then making your way down to Kyushu. You could hit major spots along the way: Mt. Fuji, Kyoto, Osaka, Kobe, Hiroshima, and then come to Kyushu. There isnt as much information on Kyushu as other areas, but if you have any ...
 
Where is the most impressive hotel in Tokyo, Kyuto, Osaka? Please, I need recommendation. Thanks.?
Posted on Jan 12, 2009, 01:17:33 by cameronaggarwal
It will be the first trip to Japan. I am quite anxious about language. However, the first thing I am looking for is where to stay. Somebody, could you please recommend me about cheap hotels(at reasonable price) to stay in Tokyo, Kyuto, and Osaka? How much ...
 
Looking for Japan Travellers!!
Posted on Jan 7, 2009, 10:10:42 by cherryblossomga
... posted, but basically (in order) from the 23rd March, I'm staying 4 nights in Tokyo, 2 nights in Hiroshima, 2 nights in Osaka, 2 nights in Takayama, and finally 4 nights in Kyoto. It may seem a little back and forward, but I really wanted to ensure ...
 
Tokyo or Kyoto...
Posted on Jul 23, 2007, 06:18:47 by rich
... , vibrant, more opportunity for jobs maybe... Kyoto - beautiful city, apparently evenmoreso during the Autumn, less opportunity for jobs although Osaka's nearby... Which city would you choose to live in for a while...and why? Thanks, Rich
 
Japanese Rail Pass - value for money?
Posted on Apr 24, 2007, 12:56:34 by battlemonkey
i used the JR Pass when I was in Japan. 14 days, traveling between Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, and Nara. It was well worth it. Keep in mind though that local trains and subways are privately owned, and the pass only works on JR train lines --which means it's ...
 
Japan
Posted on Oct 13, 2006, 17:30:35 by itsem
... on normal train lines, lots of changes but money saved. Once you start earning Yen you are earning a decent amount within Japan and travel costs arent that bad. And there are also overnight ferries which are cheaper than the Shinkansen as well.
 
Where is the most impressive hotel in Tokyo, Kyuto, Osaka? Please, I need recommendation. Thanks.?
Posted on Jan 17, 2009, 08:51:10 by uktokyoite
Hia, You can also try Hostelbookers.com - they have some great locations in central Tokyo ( sorry I don't know about Osaka or Kyoto) - for a reasonable price. There are some really good ones in Asakusa!
 
Tokyo or Kyoto...
Posted on Jul 23, 2007, 13:31:53 by rbisset
Decided not to go to Osaka. It sounded like a concrete jungle.
 

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