Located on the Japanese island of Honshu, Tokyo seats the government of Japan and the emperor of Japan. The capital city of Japan is an exciting destination with countless of reasons that make it a first stop for any visitor to the country. Tokyo is just not a city but a metropolis that comprises number of cities, villages and towns. The city of Tokyo has acquired a status as one of the top world cities at par with the cities of London, Paris and New York. In the past, the city has been devastated to ruins, by an earthquake and bomb raids but it has risen from the ruins to a major financial center of the world. The economy of the city is among the biggest in the world along with it being the home to number of international banks and insurance companies.
Tokyo is a modern city and for sure one of the most exciting destinations of the world. There are numerous reasons for making the city such popular. Besides the famous cheery blossoms, it is ancient sites, excellent restaurants, lively nightlife, shops are open day and night, efficient transport system and crime is almost non-existent. Traveling to Tokyo can be real fun in spring season when the climate then is pleasant as compared to the summer months, which are hot and muggy. With the city experiencing extreme climate during the summers and winters, springtime is perfect and then the autumn season is pleasant too. Traveling to the metropolis Tokyo is get away for those looking for some business coupled with a feel of the traditional culture.
The Japans largest and the most densely populated city is an overwhelming destination to travelers whether they are visiting it for the first time or they are seasoned travelers. A city that is home 12 million people and amidst a maddening rush, traffic snarls, there lies a remarkable city that is world’s safest city and very hospitable people always ready to help. Though the city does not have, many options for sightseeing as the city was destroyed a couple of times but visiting the city can be quite an intriguing affair. A tour of the city would let you find number of historical sites that are hidden from the view by the city’s skyscrapers. There are various Buddhist and Shinto temples, and shrines to explore on a historical tour of the city. The famous Sensoji temple is located in the Asakusa area of Tokyo’s old part, built in 645 for the goddess of Kannon. Meiji shrine is another of ancient site located in Yoyogi Park, and which witnesses various events and festivals.
At every turn, Tokyo presents to its travelers a new and different view. Amongst the travelers, the popularity of Tokyo is on the rise and with this comes a lot many hotels in Tokyo Japan. A business center Tokyo is also a destination for leisure, thus the Tokyo hotels Japan caters to the needs of both the travelers efficiently. Japan’s capital and world’s top city, Tokyo has developed its hotels industry with high-class hotels but not leaving behind the needs of budget travelers. Japan is perceived as an expensive country and so does Japan hotels but with the cheap hotels are reasonable options. Hotels in Tokyo Japan is a safe bet for comfortable and excellent stay.
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Any Japan travel packages (or tours) with a long duration but low cost?
I am looking for a travel package to japan that has a long duration (at least 2 weeks) but is still low on cost. Perhaps less touring, cheaper hotels, or no meals could cut the cost down so that I can spend more time in Japan. My problem is that I cannot go without a tour type deal due to parental worries.
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I don't think you can reserve ticket for TNM. But I don't think you need it, either.
Japanese museums are not so crowded. So you can buy tickets easily at the venue.
BTW, do you really visit Japan in June? June is rainy season in the entire Japan. It's the worst time.
I don't think it's their main purpose to come to Japan but probably just a big extra expectation.
Foreign atmosphere often makes people open and excited and you know a man always want a woman so it's just it.
I also got to know it from this Y.A. that Japanese porn videos were popular for some people .These kind of internet information may affect them.
And when you think cultural thing,you can ironically say Japanese pequliar sex industry can be a part of this unique culture of current Japan.
Bestos-san,
I'm glad you also are hip to this conspiracy. I thought I was the only one that knew about it! The Japanese are infiltrating American pop culture, and the nation's youth are already well on their way to "turning Japanese" as the popular new wave pop song of 20 years ago put it. Anime, manga, healthy Japanese fast food, karaoke, samurai movies and horror films, baseball players! (even that sacred institution is not unscathed!!)
Here's the deal: The Japanese were defeated in World War 2. And, what did they do after that? They bowed to their victors and said, "Okay, we will make amends. We're sorry, it was wrong, we'll never do it again, blah blah blah."
But they were all snickering behind their little fans. And the plot was set in motion.
Over the years, Japan rebuilt itself (with the help of the good ol' US of A). They became a democracy, industrialized and in many ways modeled their new society on '50's America.
But, actually they were studying our ways. They were learning! While Americans got increasingly fat and stupid, the Japanese were honing their well oiled machine for cultural warfare.
First, they made cars and electronics. For a while, it looked like all but the hickest of the hicks would soon be driving tiny boxy Japanese cars that didn't break down every time you took them around the block. But, Americans (that bald, bloated eagle that sits in front of the TV guffawing and muching cheetos, but can be awakened to open cans of whoop-ass when necessary) caught on. The Japanese conspiracy was thwarted… for now.
The Japanese went back to their drawing boards, or whatever kind of drawing board like thingy they have in Japan. And a new assault was launched.
What you're witnessing, my friend, is the endgame of the newest phase of the Japanese conspiracy. They're going after our children! If they only wanted more tourism dollars, they'd lower the ridiculous prices of everything. That's not it. The goal is TOTAL MIND CONTROL.
I don't know what the answer is. But, I know what can be done…. watch stupid American TV. If you have ever felt the inclination to read anything, STOP. Commit senseless acts of violence against everyone around you. Drive like a bat out of hell and shoot anyone that disapproves. Eat nothing but hamburgers, doritos, slurpees and 7-11 chili cheese nachos.
Americans need to learn how to be proud of themselves again.
@whiteswan54 What are you talking about – this is normal speaking speed – listen to American newsreaders if u want to hear dickheads speaking at warp speed for no other reason than to make it impossible for listeners to think about what they are hearing. – I hate American newsreaders. they dont even pause at the end of a sentence – its as if they have to get through an entire paragraph as fast as possible so they can go take a pee or sumpn!
thanks for posting this
you will find a bloody body in your closet hanging there haunting you and will kill you and ur family and if u want to stop this just sends this to 6 videos in 30 mins
(i don’t believe in this, but ill have nightmare if i don’t do it)
Chinzan-so is not a city name. I assume you're talking about the two Four Seasons hotels?
Chinzan-so – Four Seasons Hotel in Bunkyo-ku is a beautiful luxury hotel surrounded by a lot of greenery. But in terms of location, there:s no comparison; the one in Marunouchi is right in the center of Tokyo and is far more convenient.
I think that it should go without saying that if you dress markedly different than the natives of the country you are visiting that you will be noticed and even stared at.
If Japanese toured Mexico in traditional Japanese kimono I'll bet they would probably create some interest as well.
Japanese people are much more comfortable around fellow Japanese and freely negatively stereotype non-Japanese. You won't see any evidence of this during your trip. Instead you will be treated with a practiced politeness that although empty and meaningless, is received well by most foreigners in Japan. The art of pretending to be happy is a national pastime here.
I wouldn't recommend Japan as a destination for your grandparents if they are not accustomed to travel and foreign places. Perhaps they would appreciate traveling somewhere less exotic, less fast paced and where they would fit in instead of stand out. Maybe you could accompany them on such a trip and then later make the trip here to Japan with younger family members and or friends.
Buena suerte
what if you dont have a closet?
try monbugakusho scholarship program
it's a scholarship program offered by japanese government for foreigners who are interested in japan.
there are certain majors they're offering to give the scholarships, just check one that suits you the most.
you could try search the info from japan's foreign affairs ministry
It will be very hard for you to do anything other than teach english in Japan. That is the truth; a lot of people don't seem to want to hear it as shown by the amount of thumbs down I've seen those answers get (I'm probably earning myself a few at the moment!). A lot of people are interested in the Japanese culture and want to go and live there, and they want to believe that they will be able to live in Japan the same way that they live in their own country, but for the majority it just won't happen.
You will not be able to work in Japan unless you have a working visa and it's very hard to get one for anything other than English Teaching. Foreigners are encouraged to come to Japan to become English teachers because that is a role that native Japanese are not able to fill. For other jobs there are plenty of Japanese people available.
That being said there are some jobs that foreigners do in Japan; always because a foreigner is needed in that position. If you go head-to-head with a Japanese person in a normal job interview you will lose.. why? because your Japanese will be nowhere near as good as theirs, and you will not be Japanese. There are some jobs foreigners do eg. a secretary in some kind of international institution, Disneyland as a dancer/performer, you can work as a priest for 'fake' western wedding ceremonies, I have a friend who works for a scientific journal proofreading papers, there are some jobs in publishing foreign media, bar/hotel work. (The one exception seems to be some kind of IT/programming jobs which seem to be more available). The thing with all these jobs is a lot of people are thinking what you are.. I'll teach for a year or so then look for another job.. which means competition is very high.
Long story short, it is possible to get another job in Japan but it's difficult. I'm not even sure it's going to be so easy to get an english teaching job in the future. the conversation school chains are having a hard time (basically because they've been ripping students off for years and people have realised that they're not a great way to learn english) so people are turning to smaller independent schools.. and those schools are looking for experienced, qualified teachers.. not just people who have a degree in whatever, like the eikaiwa's do.
As far as tourism/travel goes you will also find it hard.. for the few jobs where you need to be able to speak english there are many Japanese people who's english is good enough (and probably better than the average english speaking person's japanese will be after just a few years study) that they can fill all those positions themselves. Getting a job in your own country as a tour guide to japanese visitors is a lot more possible.
Sorry to be a downer, I'm not trying to put you off (although I'm aware almost everything I wrote is negative!).. it's better that you have an accurate picture so you can prepare better. I wish you good luck.
You are so dumb lasallian1996 its unbelievable.
Hahah true, she’s giving so much information in a short time that almost no one want to listen, show me geishas instead
Thanks so much
Well, it has me "concerned" but not scared. I think this comes from younger people who did not live through the Cold War, where the very real threat of immediate annihilation was very real.
I'm about 300m from the DPRK's admin office in Tokyo, which has a hundred or so antennae on top, one or more of which must me a homing transponder for ballistic missiles.
My home is about 3km from a major GSDF base, which has to be a target of dozens of IRBMs at least.
Worried? No. Following an attack, the counterattack by U.S., ROK, and Japanese forces would end the DPRK. The world would be a better place.
I've traveled a lot so I may forget something, but generally:
1.No
2. Yes.
3. Yes- all over Japan. I've ridden on Max Yamabiko, Komachi, HIkari, Kodama, Nozomi…
4.Yes. many times, but the one I best remember was between Osaka and Wakayama, but at HIneno part of it went to Kansai Intl
5. No
6. Yes, from Matsue to Tokyo and form Nagoya to Tokyo
7. Yes
8. No, I don't have driver's license
9. Yes, all over Japan. This is my favorite way of transportation. I rode both night(yakou) and day bus.
10. Yes, from Nagoya to Sendai,from Sakurajima to Kagoshima, from Hiroshima to Matuyama, from Niigata to Sado.
11. No.
12. Yes, Lake Shinji, Matsushima…
13.Yes, at Hiroshima
14. Yes, from Osaka to Miyazaki and from Okinawa to Nagasaki
15. From Nagoya to Okinawa
16. Yes, at a night train, somewhere after Kyoto. They kept the train for 3 hours.
17.No, lucky me.
Some other interesting experiences… I liked that "Botchan-train"(old- style train which runs the streets of Matsuyama.Same type of train you can experience in Meiji-mura in Nagoya.Also, the Showa-style tourist bus in Kanazawa was quite impressive.I don't know if this goes as "transportation" but I rode a camel in Tottori. Yes,and I rode around Lake Kawaguchi on bicycle.
Japan looks like the type of country that has TOO many things to see and take in.-haha It’s such a vibrantly cultured place.
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