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japan travel guide

Date: 2007-8-09 11:47 | Author: webmaster | From: 本站原创 |

 
Regions of Japan:
Hokkaido
Tohoku
Kanto
Chubu
Kinki
Chugoku
Shikoku
Kyushu
Okinawa
 
Top Destinations:
Tokyo
Kyoto
Kamakura
Osaka
Hiroshima
Yokohama
Nara
Nikko
Takayama
Kanazawa
Nagasaki
more destinations...
 
Complete Sightseeing Guide

Japan offers a very wide range of attractions, from historical and cultural treasures to modern and futuristic sights and beautiful forests, mountains and sea coasts.
TemplesA list of Japan's most famous temples.
ShrinesA list of Japan's most famous shrines.
GardensA list of Japan's most famous gardens.
CastlesA list of Japan's most famous castles.
Hot SpringsHot springs can be found all over Japan.
FestivalsEvery municipality has at least one.
Open Air MuseumsExhibiting Japan's architectural heritage.
Cherry BlossomsDuring March, April or May in most of Japan.
Autumn LeavesDuring October or November in most of Japan.
Winter SportsSkiing and snowboarding in Japan.

Besides Western style hotels and pensions, a variety of uniquely Japanese style accommodations can be found in Japan, such as ryokan and minshuku.
Online BookingOnline booking of hotels and ryokan across Japan.
AccommodationOverview over the various accommodation types.
RyokanRyokan are Japanese style inns.
MinshukuMinshuku are Japanese style bed and breakfasts.
Youth HostelsInformation on Japanese Youth Hostels.

Most of Japan's major cities offer efficient public transportation networks, and are connected with each other by the shinkansen, the Japanese bullet train.
 
Air:
International FlightsInternational air travel to Japan.
Narita AirportTokyo's international airport.
Kansai AirportOsaka's international airport.
Domestic FlightsDomestic air travel in Japan.
Discount Air TicketsHow to save on domestic air travel.
 
Rail:
RailwaysInformation on Japanese trains.
ShinkansenThe Japanese high speed or bullet train.
Night TrainsAbout Japanese sleeper trains.
Taking trainsInstructions on how to use trains in Japan.
TimetablesAbout printed and online train timetables.
Guide to Train TicketsIntroduction to regular and discount rail tickets .
Japan Rail PassAbout the Japan Rail Pass.
 
Bus:
Highway BusInformation on long-distance buses.
BusHow to use local buses.
 
Other:
Domestic FerriesFerry routes between Japan's islands.
Car RentalAbout renting a car in Japan.
HighwaysAbout Japan's network of expressways.
TaxiHow to take a Japanese taxi.

The Japanese cuisine is one of Japan's greatest attractions. A great variety of Japanese cuisine and food from around the world can be enjoyed in Japan.
DishesIntroduction of some of the most popular dishes.
Restaurant TypesOverview over the various restaurant types.
Dining outHow to dine at a Japanese restaurant.
Table mannersIntroduction of basic table manners.
ChopsticksHow to use chopsticks properly in Japan.

More general travel information and background information on Japan can be found below. Please visit thequestion forumif you cannot find an answer to your question(s).
 
Before you go:
 When to travelWhen to travel to Japan.
 What to bringAbout baggage and coin lockers.
 ImmigrationAbout different types of visa.
 ItinerariesSuggested travel itineraries for Japan.
 Trip ReportsTrip reports by other travelers.
 Tour PackagesAbout individual and guided package tours.
 
Money matters:
 Travel CostSample budgets for travelling in Japan.
 Budget TravelHow to save money on your travels in Japan.
 BankingInformation about banks.
 ATMsInformation about international ATMs.
 
Pratical Information:
 Mobile PhonesHow to get a mobile phone for your trip.
 Postal ServicesAbout post offices and Japanese addresses.
 Delivery ServicesAbout luggage delivery services.
 ElectricityAbout voltage and Japanese plugs.
 EmergenciesWhat to do in an emergency.
 
Shopping:
 100 Yen ShopsAbout 100 Yen Shops.
 Convenience StoresAbout Japanese convenience stores.
 Department StoresAbout Japanese department stores.
 SupermarketsAbout Japanese supermarkets.
 
Background Information:
 Japan A-ZCovering most aspects of modern and old Japan.
 Arts and CraftsIntroduction to Japan's arts and crafts.
 EtiquetteIntroduction to the Japanese etiquette.
 HistoryIntroduction to Japanese history.
 LanguageIntroduction to the Japanese language.
 EntertainmentIntroduction to Japan's world of entertainment.
 TraditionIntroduction to traditional Japan.
 

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