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Questioned 5 months ago

What are the languages I can use in Jaban ?

I speak Arabic and English , is that enough to communicate with people in Tokyo , akihabara and other cities ?

Hideaki Of course it is best for you to be able to speak Japanese. Many Japanese can’t speak English but still English is the most common 2nd language in Japan. Continue

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Sights

Is there a place near Tokyo or Kyoto where I could pet foxes?

Toraneko The only place I know in the whole country is the Zao Fox Village in Miyagi. There was another place I visited in Hokkaido about 30 years ago, but I don't even know if they are still there. Nevertheless, at the Zao Fox Village, you are not allowed to touch the foxes - they are not pets and they c... Continue

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Tips

Is there a difference between Pasmo and Suica?

Mari Takahashi There are many train companies operating trains and subways in Tokyo. Suica is issued by JR and Pasmo is by other train companies. When you actually use it to pass the gate of trains/buses or use that to buy something at stores, there are no differences. I like the design of suica card better, th... Continue

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Questioned 5 months ago

Food

Katsuura Tantanmen! Hello everybody to survive this winter in Belgium can anyone reveal me the hot , fiery & spicy recipe ?

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Questioned 5 months ago

Sights

What to do in Tokyo in winter?

Yuka Kato I recommend eating hot pods, for example oden, syabusyabu, sukiyaki, yosenabe ...And watching Christmas lights! Continue

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Questioned 5 months ago

Tips

Is it possible to learn basic Japanese in one month? As far as I know not many Japanese people talk English

Goro I believe that you can learn greeting and basic sentences or questions which you might have during you trip because Japanese pronunciation is not so difficult. However it’s difficult to have a conversation like... to understand the answer from native Japanese (especially with elder people)... Continue

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Tips

What is average amount of money do I need for 2 people to spend one day in Tokyo (meals and entertainment include) ?

Lewis Yap About Malaysia ringgit between 100-150 average food Continue

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Questioned 5 months ago

Sights

Where can I pat deers in Tokyo or not too far from it?

Toraneko There are only about 2 places, neither of which are close to Tokyo. One is in Nara Park. It has some of the best places to see in Japan. You can buy crackers to feed them, which they love. As for petting them, at best they'll tolerate it but not particularly like it.The other place is on Miyajima... Continue

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Questioned 5 months ago

Sights

What are the must visit places in Tokyo ?

Hajime Ueda Kabukiza Theatre in Ginza with a single act ticket（roughly 10 USD), Tokyo National Museum in Ueno, and truly traditional Shibamata Taisyakuten Shrine are highly recommended!! Continue

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Questioned 5 months ago

Tips

How is the weather in late February/ early March in Tokyo?

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Questioned 5 months ago

Food

What is your favourite seafood place in Tokyo?

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Questioned 5 months ago

Nightlife

What kind of music can you listen in a club in Tokyo?

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Questioned 5 months ago

Tips

How can I get Shinkasen tickets online ahead of time?

I will be traveling to Japan in March and will be using an all Japan Rail pass for the extensive use of trains while we are there. Almost 30% of this travel will be using Shinkasen for long-haul trips between distant cities. I am very concerned about having to acquire a Shinkasen ticket at the st...