Travel To Japan V12, Everything you need for a Japan trip!
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 Nov 5 2019, 02:56 PM
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QUOTE(cloudwan0 @ Nov 5 2019, 01:34 PM) I still remember got one time, my wife have to buy a big suitcase in Osaka... I brought an IKEA big blue bag along. It came back full as a hand carry   |
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Nov 6 2019, 11:19 AM
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QUOTE(cloudwan0 @ Nov 6 2019, 09:22 AM) 2 persons, bring 2 big suitcases, 1 empty 1 pack with personal belongings Since my party usually travels via AA, we only buy the necessary baggage. We always make full use of the luggage max weight limit as well the allowable hand carry limit for everyone Come back with 3 big Super full suitcases  All my wife trophy... Just realised I got 1 years no go visit Japan Liao  |
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Nov 6 2019, 11:29 AM
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QUOTE(cloudwan0 @ Nov 6 2019, 09:41 AM) Japan is very safe, I’m not sure why you don’t want to put more money, I don't use CC unless have to, so I normally bring more cash with me when going overseas. For my case, I don't bring all my cash along as it would make my already sizable wallet fatter which is uncomfortable to wear for the whole day traveling around. Which is why I suggested to safekeep the majority in the luggage. To each their own I guess. But those using hotels should lock that bag tho, for room cleaning. your bring 10x 10k should be enough for your 10 days trips, just remember to bring a small coin pouch So far I got no issue to bring 200k yen on my wallet Just that I don't see why anyone who is going to use a lot of cash would prefer to exchange/withdraw at there unless don't mind the worse exchange rate/interest charges. Its good that touristy areas are getting more accepting of WeChat pay and Alipay but I don't prefer go to touristy areas.... This post has been edited by babylon52281: Nov 6 2019, 11:32 AM |
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Nov 6 2019, 11:34 AM
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QUOTE(MR_alien @ Nov 6 2019, 11:23 AM) the notes in japan isn't the biggest, in fact it's the smallest Coins I make my 'deposits' at the various Shinto shrines, Famliy Marts, Lawsons, 7is that I visited the biggest issue is the coinssssss  yes, i put many s behind because there will be a lot  |
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Nov 6 2019, 11:46 AM
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QUOTE(MR_alien @ Nov 6 2019, 11:36 AM) everytime u buy something Hahaha! Not the big ones! Tho omikujis are typically 100~200yen. they will give u back in coins and u will end up with a lot of 100 yen coins(which is alot) u donate it away like that? ...a few of that coin is basically a meal alreadyYou know Japan don't do rounding to the nearest 5sen unlike Malaysia so I would try and give exact change whenever I buy things at Kombinis, hence my 'deposit' there too  . Just that not all the places will put up their post-tax price. |
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Nov 6 2019, 01:45 PM
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QUOTE(cloudwan0 @ Nov 6 2019, 12:00 PM) I don’t take economy airline when the flights is more then 2 hours I mean I carry all the cash in my main wallet with me when travelling out from Malaysia. Once I setup base, I will transfer most cash into a small wallet and keep in my luggage.Especially now economy airline no longer economy, sometimes full service airline promotions price is cheaper I don’t put cash inside luggage during flight, when your luggage missed placement, will be in huge trouble, that’s why I will keep in my pockets I use a lot of CC for accommodations and huge amounts payments, else I really need to bring a lot of cash QUOTE(Monya Meow Meow @ Nov 6 2019, 01:20 PM) What's the best use of 1 Yen coins? For the randomly bought 118yen Family Mart onigiri (100 + 10 + 5 + 3x1 yen) Keep them until they make up a sizeable amount worthy of using like 100 Yen? |
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Nov 6 2019, 05:27 PM
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QUOTE(L.Torreira @ Nov 6 2019, 04:07 PM) Go Japan only explore one area not wasteful if I have 12 days? Different people different strokes. Altho going from one city just to visit another city is kinda repetitive, but if you think you and ur partner can manage it, why not? Staying in 1 place can get bit boring esp if you doing it 12 days.My luggage too much since I bring my baby. His diaper already 5kg one full of 20 inch luggage. Is it worth to rent locker in metro station? Cheap only 500 yen per day Luggage-wise, if you and ur partner can survive on 1 baggage and ur diaper fit into another, I don't see why its not manageable provided both are the rolling wheels type. You just need to move them Airport -> hotel in Tokyo -> hotel in Osaka -> Airport. Just plan the diaper usage carefully so that by end of the trip, you have an empty bag to bring back more goodies  Or you could just buy a big pack there as another have mentioned. |
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Nov 7 2019, 12:06 AM
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QUOTE(L.Torreira @ Nov 6 2019, 11:36 PM) » Click to show Spoiler - click again to hide... « Err, even when their food is super tasty, I will still sienz after 3 days straight eating the same food not to mention doing it for lunch and dinner too. Orz! You don't have to prove anything, just enjoy ur trip and try the variety of foods there (even Yoshinoya, Ichiran is different there). Japan is not a cheap country to go, so no point to skimp on a budget visiting there. Just ur itinerary seems to me kinda inefficient, spending some days in Tokyo, then some days in Osaka, then Kyoto, then remainder days back in Tokyo. Is it possible for you to go Narita straight to Osaka, then Kyoto, then remainder in Tokyo? I see going Akihabara without a budget meaning ur not planning to spend anything there is, imho, pointless to go there. Its not really a place for sightseeing unless ur an otaku which meant you will likely want to spend money buying stuff there or enjoy the thematic cafes (maid cafe?) there. This post has been edited by babylon52281: Nov 7 2019, 12:08 AM |
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Nov 9 2019, 06:50 PM
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QUOTE(L.Torreira @ Nov 9 2019, 03:32 PM) 100 yen nominal. but cannot use at matsuya? Why not? IINM the ticket auto vending machine takes both notes and coins plus IC and some sorta phone pay system via QR code.This post has been edited by babylon52281: Nov 9 2019, 06:56 PM |
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Nov 11 2019, 09:26 PM
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QUOTE(MR_alien @ Nov 11 2019, 05:00 PM) why would anyone want a suica card that has 28 days validity period? Not everyone got budget can go Japan every year, my friend. Somemore there are other places to travel so others might be traveling yearly but only go Japan once a while. Like me my next trips most likely won't be to Japan in another 1-2 years time.... a tourist IC card would suit us types best as we won't have to pay the 500yen deposit and we don't have to worry the card expiry.he don't wanna go back japan |
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Nov 11 2019, 09:52 PM
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QUOTE(MR_alien @ Nov 11 2019, 09:32 PM) ahhh...i dare to say is because u do know that the IC card's validity period is 10 years right? Yeah but then its always a 500yen inside the card (as deposit). I mean if tourist SUICA is free and w/o deposit, I can always get one hassle-free whenever I go there rite? once u go to japan and use it, it renews another 10 years Too bad its not available everywhere, like in Nagasaki trams & buses, they use a different IC system which I guess not compatible with SUICA et al. |
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Nov 12 2019, 02:39 PM
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QUOTE(lyc1982 @ Nov 12 2019, 11:27 AM) you sounded like 500yen is a big value.... Not everyone is loaded with money.... |
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Nov 12 2019, 10:43 PM
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QUOTE(TOMEI-R @ Nov 12 2019, 05:10 PM) Congrats and enjoy! They are compatible so either one whichever you can get?Ok... now here comes the same question again. Suica or Pasmo. Which one is actually better. Im on Pasmo. Like down in Kyushu I got Hayakaken cuz its the only one issued at the station. |
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Nov 15 2019, 12:18 AM
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QUOTE(r2t2 @ Nov 14 2019, 03:39 PM) But but after Olympic, if wanna go after July, maybe in September, should be ok kua? (usually not peak period due to typhoons uncertainties) Sept? Gilakah? Travel to there in peak typhoon season, somemore there is still summer heat remaining. Unless you prefer to stay cooped in ur hotel room.Even when I went in early Oct, I was worried about typhoon and so happens my stay duration was between 2 typhoons. 3rd quarter of Oct to Nov is look to be the best time. This post has been edited by babylon52281: Nov 15 2019, 12:19 AM |
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Nov 15 2019, 12:21 AM
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QUOTE(Chester @ Nov 14 2019, 05:29 PM) I think i will take the bullet train. 15mins. To & fro for 3 days, you might wanna recalculate the costs vs stay there. |
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Nov 15 2019, 12:31 PM
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QUOTE(LinkZ @ Nov 15 2019, 12:35 AM) If I were to select my destination to “Chuo EXPWY Shimoyosida”, where exactly will the bus stops at? Google Map tells me its one those standalone bus stops just off the highwayhttps://www.google.com/maps/@35.501885,138....33;8i6656?hl=en I don't think you want to get off here unless you know ur directions. |
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Nov 17 2019, 01:15 PM
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QUOTE(RegentCid @ Nov 17 2019, 11:16 AM) Newest Japan collection. 2000 yen! Wah!Shibuya Sky - Check In - Done  Open since 1 Nov 2019 Ticket: 2000 Yen |
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Nov 18 2019, 11:23 AM
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QUOTE(MR_alien @ Nov 18 2019, 10:37 AM) my answer is...u should Hahaha! Not everyone is a potterhead. But I been to USS and if can, I would go to USJ just for the thematic roller coaster & thrill rides. I believe like USS, each attraction in USJ has some kinda roller coaster or thrill rides?harry potter alone is enough of a reason for u to go |
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Nov 19 2019, 11:54 AM
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QUOTE(MR_alien @ Nov 19 2019, 10:19 AM) each drugstores has their own cheap things and own promo That minor savings buying here and there, doesn't really compare if buying from a single shop and claim the tax deduction.if u plan to buy everything in 1 store, regardless which...the differences are minor unless u survey each store and see what is cheap in there and separate your purchase This post has been edited by babylon52281: Nov 19 2019, 11:55 AM |
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Nov 20 2019, 12:40 AM
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QUOTE(fruitie @ Nov 19 2019, 01:04 PM) Me. USJ and USS are totally different, yes one day for USJ. Yup Nagasaki is still lowkey enough that doesn't draw too many tourist except during cruise ship docking (my last day at there got many tourist when a cruise ship came in). Whatmore the A-bomb thingy doesn't draw PRCs which was perfect for me personally. Haha.I just went to USJ on 6th Nov. Next time when Universal Studios in Beijing is opened, I will go too because BFF's house is just nearby and she already asked me to go with her. This kind of things have to ask those Chinese and according to their reviews, 大国药 is cheaper and better with lots of choices. I just arrived in Malaysia this morning and I miss this trip, more to I miss the companion of my BFF and I can't believe 15 days just gone! Nagasaki gave us surprises, initially we wanted to exclude it but we were glad we didn't. Kansai has too many tourists and we are kinda sick of it. Maybe next trip won't be going back to Kansai anymore. We are thinking of Shikoku. We didn't save on our food and our expenses were super high, don't dare to calculate. We had few days of Wagyu and Kobe beef. From time to time, I will drop by here. Thanks for all the pointers before I went to my trip, I appreciate them! Adios until my next Japan trip. If you need any clarification, please feel free to tag me on this thread. We get to enjoy pretty much the 'real' Japan and thanks to the hilly geography, I get to take shots like these:   This post has been edited by babylon52281: Nov 20 2019, 12:51 AM |
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