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 Travel To Japan V12, Everything you need for a Japan trip!

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post Apr 4 2019, 09:23 AM

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QUOTE(ryouga9 @ Apr 3 2019, 01:09 PM)
Hi wanna ask if anyone used Bigpay card to widthdraw from ATM or as electronic payment in Japan before? Is the rate better?
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Why withdraw money...? Insufficient cash?
I did used it as electronic payment. It's very convenient to use - you can swipe in convenience stores and basically anywhere that offers card payment. Best part: there's no minimum amount of transaction required.

Downside, however, is that the rate charged is *not* the rate on the day you swipe your card. It is based on Big Pay's settlement date with the merchant which can be the next day, or 2 days later. As such, you do not know what is the exact rate you're charged as you swipe. You're only given an estimate. I don't really like the uncertainty and thus didn't use the card after finding out about this (had a misconception it's based on the day's exchange rate). You may swipe at a lower cost than your CC or higher, depending. At least with CC i know for sure what's the rate I'm charged before I swipe.


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post Apr 29 2019, 09:42 PM

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QUOTE(-kytz- @ Apr 29 2019, 10:47 AM)
Yeah I used that for China but you know what? Roaming on that sim card really sucks a lot of juice!
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The sim drains battery? I realized a similar issue and deactivated my 4G, and used the normal 3G instead. It helped a little, and i was told that under cold weather - its common for your phone batt to drain more than usual. Not a technical person so i'm not sure how true this is haha.

QUOTE(cckthechun @ Apr 29 2019, 05:14 PM)
Just get the sim, i encountered lots of issue with pocket wifi previously.
Device not working, not charging etc ...  getting the sim is as simple as plug and play, + the coverage and speed is relatively good

**best if used in a dual-sim phone smile.gif can use whatsapp application etc with msia number
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Ahhhh but SIM also potentially got problem ya so its not absolute biggrin.gif i have encountered issues with both SIM and WIFI router before.
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post Apr 29 2019, 11:06 PM

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It will definitely worth planning a trip to Ishikawa prefecture to see the floats!

https://www.nippon.com/en/japan-video/ct171...val-floats.html


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post Apr 30 2019, 06:20 PM

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QUOTE(Chaud @ Apr 30 2019, 09:58 AM)
my brother is there. and he reported saying all bus/train totally full. road jam

until he whole day ended up paying money just to sit in bus
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Oh dear... that's really bad ohmy.gif given similar situation, think I'll just give up and change plan - visit nearby area rather than travel far. It's hard to even eat or walk around when it's too crowded.
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post May 2 2019, 10:06 AM

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QUOTE(quadcube @ Apr 30 2019, 09:08 PM)
sightseeing around Noto peninsula is way better than watching floats IMO. that said, I only attended my local float festival once a couple of years ago, never enjoyed it and never went again tongue.gif
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Can't say i couldn't related where festivals are concerned. Overcrowding issue sometimes cripple the transportation as well. Some are worth going i think, depending on what's your expectation hmm.gif
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post May 3 2019, 12:45 AM

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QUOTE(Monya Meow Meow @ May 2 2019, 06:11 PM)
Have decided to get a JR Pass for our Kansai trip so suddenly a lot of different options have opened up like Kinosaki Onsen & Okayama/Kurashiki.
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Meow meow holiday again 😱 how long this time?
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post May 3 2019, 09:42 AM

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QUOTE(Monya Meow Meow @ May 3 2019, 06:05 AM)
Yes, cannot get enough of autumn in Japan so I am back!
19 days this time haha, much longer than my last trip but also coz my brother is getting married in Okinawa ☺

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Indeed, I've rarely heard of anyone saying "once is enough" where it concerns Japan.

Oh gawd, that's epic - 19 days! My longest was close to 2 weeks hahahaha. Congrats to your brother and Happy planning!
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post May 6 2019, 01:56 PM

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QUOTE(Omamori_gamaguchi @ May 3 2019, 12:51 PM)
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Thanks for reading, kthxbye
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Which is why AA is last in my list. Honestly speaking, their service and whatnot is good; the only issue() I have are the seats, legroom and people asking to change seats (or changing the seats without your consent). This is known as "what you pay is what you get" biggrin.gif ...since that 1 time bad experience to Japan, i don't fly AA anymore.

QUOTE(WhiteMaker @ May 4 2019, 02:32 PM)
Anyone can help? Seems no one can reply...
I need to know what time is the last train depart. A train schedule would help.

Also I have brought, subway unlimited ticket via klook,
Does this cover outskirt of tokyo? specifically the one I check via google I need to take Yokohama Line and Odakyu line and Fukutoshin Line.
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Nikko All Pass covers transportation to Nikko (and back) and rides (transport) inside Nikko. What else you want to know? All you need is on Google.
Also, you can buy the pass at Asakusa's Ekimise station.

Subway unlimited ticket? I assume you're talking about the Metro line 72 hours/ 48 hours/ 24 hours pass. Note that you can only use this pass for all the lines under Metro only. So if you take JR or any other line, you'll need to use your SUICA/ PASMO (for more info, refer to page #1, post #1) - it works like touch N go.

Metro line generally covers within Tokyo, outskirts likely covered by another transport company. You'll need to plan thoroughly in order to maximize the pass usage.

Lastly, Odakyu line is entirely different - it's operated by a company name Odakyu so don't get confused with Metro.

QUOTE(ahlin @ May 6 2019, 12:43 PM)
Hi, I'm planning to fly in Tokyo and fly out from Osaka. I planning to buy ICOCA card for the rest of the trip, but the thing is can I get the card in Tokyo? From what I read you only can get the card at Osaka? If that's the case, I just get a SUICA card from Tokyo and it can last for the rest of the trip right?

Also, I'm thinking of taking bullet train/normal train from Tokyo to Osaka. Is there any website I can buy bullet train ticket beside Klook? Any other budget mode of transportation recommendation? Thanks.
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ICOCA you use in Kyoto/ Osaka and PASMO/ SUICA you use in Tokyo: https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e2359_003.html

IC card works like a touch n go card. You top up, and then tap tap tap for everything - from train access to convenience store shopping and paying for coin locker (provided they have the system).

If you're travelling from Tokyo to Osaka (and this is also depending on your need), consider the JR pass: https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e2361.html
Or are you referring to this pass as Bullet Train Ticket? It's not ya
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post May 7 2019, 07:09 PM

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QUOTE(ahlin @ May 6 2019, 02:50 PM)
Which is better? I'm planning to get SUICA as it is available on klook.

Willer is cheap plus they have promo now, only 1000yen per way, but unfortunately, not something my parents want. Any other recommedation? If not last resort will go for bullet train.

JR pass not worth for me IMO, because we didn't go back to Tokyo afterwards.
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I have no idea what sort of promotion Klook has for SUICA... coz as far as I know it's like Touch N Go. You reload and tap tap tap to use. Gives you more convenience of using card than to buy ticket at each stop.

To get from Tokyo to Osaka or the other way: bus, train, domestic flight or drive down laugh.gif
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post May 21 2019, 09:50 PM

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QUOTE(Like a Bause @ May 21 2019, 04:39 PM)
which link to register Klook in order to get more perks? =)
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Just sign up for an account with Klook. Or you can PM the member directly to ask for his link. Its a referral link.
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post May 23 2019, 10:25 PM

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QUOTE(yujin86 @ May 22 2019, 12:40 PM)
wanna book for Takachiho Gorge Day Tour in september but klook all full booked.
any other site to recommend?
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From kumamoto? There is dis: https://m.kkday.com/en/product/3758
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post May 28 2019, 07:26 AM

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QUOTE(Gamerjim @ May 27 2019, 09:56 PM)
Hi, plan to go to osaka on early october.. may I knw will the place crowded with chinese since there's china holiday around that period?
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Its possible since China's Golden Week Holiday starts 1st October. Better not risk it unless you really cant change your timing...?
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post May 29 2019, 11:09 AM

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QUOTE(Gamerjim @ May 28 2019, 08:46 AM)
I actually book the flight ticket alrdy then only realise this.. so i wonder is there anyone here been to japan on this timing as well?
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Ah then it's very simple. You're down to the option of either changing your flight or, going as it is.

If it's the latter option, then I'll say no point worrying about what's going to happen because it's uncertain. From what the others mentioned, it may not be as bad - since early October has yet to enter the peak of Autumn season. Plan ahead, or plan better to manage the situation such as probably have early lunch or late dinner to avoid the crowd.

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QUOTE(smooky @ May 29 2019, 06:30 PM)
Hi all,Isit 17++/18++ are normal price for ANA/JAL from kl to tokyo?
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Thats the average price for ANA. Hitting peak period, the price easily is arouns RM2.3k and above. Cheapest i have seen ANA is around RM1.3k or so when its summer period sale.

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QUOTE(MR_alien @ Jun 7 2019, 10:07 AM)
i ask because of all the rooms i viewed in airbnb
the license number differ from each other..some are like special economic area XXX-XXXX....thn some are like M24508769
the accommodation i booked in kyoto require passport check in, did it online
but the one i booked in osaka did not mention anything about it at all
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What's your budget like? See if this is within your range? Hotel Koryu: http://www.booking.com/Share-63Wk7j

I enjoyed my stay there. You sleep on the futon; the room has TV and all the basic facilities, with attached bathroom which makes it convenient. Best of all, there's onsen in the Hotel wub.gif you also get shuttle van which can pickup from Kawaguchiko station (check the timing and how to contact them). As for Kawaguchiko, you can refer to my trip Part III and Part IV here as reference: https://forum.lowyat.net/index.php?showtopi...post&p=89083518


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post Jun 10 2019, 06:33 PM

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QUOTE(cat2 @ Jun 10 2019, 03:42 PM)
Thank you for your suggestion, I will look it up...I'm travelling in July
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July is going to be very hot biggrin.gif lookup for a good mix of indoor activities/ attractions to visit, just in case the heat get to ya. But it's also a good time for Summer Festival so see if any of these festivals collide with your time of visit:

https://japancheapo.com/events/location/osaka/
https://jw-webmagazine.com/japans-3-biggest...17-2e4dff35e246

the Kyoto Gion Matsuri is one of the biggest around Kansai area. Consider experiencing one of these festival in Japan thumbup.gif although yes, highly crowded haha there is fun in seeing the float(s) and performances.
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post Jun 11 2019, 10:23 AM

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QUOTE(Fyonne @ Jun 11 2019, 09:39 AM)
how bout Daimonji Festival?
wanted to do one but fren say its very pack n very rushing to see all 4 (or izzit 5) mountain fire up.
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Yes heard of Daimonji but not very familiar with it. If i'm not mistaken - 3-4 characters. Gotta watch it from afar to see the characters form and lit up. But I think part of the fun is to join the crowd and savour the experience. According to one site, visitors usually get food/ drinks and enjoy at the riverbank while watching the characters form. Since it starts at 8pm, better be early to grab a good spot.


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post Jun 11 2019, 02:09 PM

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QUOTE(sacwoc @ Jun 11 2019, 02:06 PM)
@lyc1982 put it very well. If you sweat a lot, maybe a towel would be helpful.
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When I was in HK back in September 2 summer ago, i brought along wet tissues and few extra t-shirts laugh.gif when i really beh tahan, went to the washroom to wipe off sweat and then change my top.
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QUOTE(sacwoc @ Jun 11 2019, 02:42 PM)
Wet tissue is very helpful, especially if you smell. smile.gif  Japan have lots cheap and nice body tissue. Hence normally I buy tons to bring back to HK when I am there.
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Luckily i don't ohmy.gif use wet tissue because it's very cooling after that. HK very wet during summer; drained with sweat within 30min roaming outside. Everyday I couldn't wait to get back to Hotel after I've stepped out hahahaha. Ok abit OOT, but yes in Japan when it's hot - wet tissues will also be useful/ cooling.

And drink lotsa water to keep hydrated cat2

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QUOTE(JohnsonLoi @ Jun 17 2019, 12:21 PM)
Thanks. I have never heard of BigPay but just read its FAQ. So basically I transfer RM20 to my BigPay account and I will receive the BigPay card in my Malaysian home address, then I bring this card to Japan and can withdraw yen in ATM in Japan?
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Big Pay rate not necessarily better. The rate is charged based on exchange rate of the day Big Pay settles the payment with merchant (which is usually the next day or the day after). It gives you an estimate when you swipe but it isnt actual. Thus you could be paying higher rate, or lower, depending on the fluctuation that happens.

However in comparison to cc i think their rate is better than cc. Cash rate is still the best though, unless you didnt get a good exchange rate.

Btw you can use Big Pay like touch n go card in japan - swipe in 7e or family mart without minimum purchase. But just beware of the rate you'll be charged.

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