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If you are exploring Tokyo and especially the Shinjuku area, then you will notice a strange building that just looks like an alien ship just dropped it right off in the middle of the city. Say hello to the cocoon building of Tokyo.
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This was our view from Kyoto Tower just as the sun set after we arrived in Kyoto in 2019 after spending the first few days in Tokyo. If you are visiting Kyoto, Kyoto Tower is a must see to get a bird’s eye view of the city and surrounding countryside. Continue reading “Views from Kyoto Tower”
If you are walking around in nearly any city of Japan, you will quickly notice something, something that is missing: trash bins. They are nearly non-existent on most street corners, so what are Earth are you to do with your trash as you travel? Continue reading “How to deal with trash in Japan”
If you don’t like heights, going up to the top of Tokyo Skytree may not be a lot of fun for you. However, even if you can make it to the top and towards the exit, you will still face a scary site, a glass floor looking all the way down.
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I have written about the rules that govern Japan a few times, and I’m sure many think Japan is some insane country with a long list of laws. This has probably led a few readers to wonder just how strict Japan really is? Are there cops everywhere, enforcing every little social construct? Relax, it isn’t that intense. Continue reading “Follow the rules but don’t stress out”
This picture was taken from a shuttle as we were leaving Japan and heading to Narita Airport. It was early morning and all of us were tired and thinking about the long flight ahead, but a quick glance of Tokyo Skytree greeted us one more time before leaving the city.
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Time for another hotel to review that I stayed in 2019, the Fraser Residence Nankai Osaka (Namba area) which might have been the nicest hotel of the entire trip to Japan (and one of the nicest hotels I have seen while in Japan).
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Ridesharing is not common in Japan, so cabs and taxis are the go-to when you need to get around Tokyo and other Japanese towns quickly (when you want to avoid the trains or if they are not running during the late night hours). However there are a few things to know about cabs before you attempt to flag one down. Continue reading “Navigating Japanese cabs”
Walking down any street in Tokyo and you are bound to find something unique down every corner. I found one of these interesting buildings in Roppongi in 2019.
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There are a lot of websites out there when planning an international trip to Japan. While the amount of information can be overwhelming at first, these are some of the top websites I have used and have trusted in my past trips and recommend you visit before heading out on that next vacation. Continue reading “Top travel websites for planning a trip to Japan”
