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Questioned 6 months ago

Best instant “quality ramen”? And why :)

Kentaro HIRAI Maru-chan ramen is the best, I believe.It tastes like raw noodles, though is easy to cook and bought at the affordable price ($1)!I love this a lot :)https://www.maruchan.co.jp/products/search/3577.html?t=b Continue

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Questioned 6 months ago

What is the best way to go about making reservations at sushi restaurants in Tokyo? Is it best just to call even though I only speak English?

Junya Sakamoto which hotel will you stay ?Hotel stuffs or hotel concierges service can make reservations famous sushi restaurant. Continue

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Questioned 6 months ago

can someone locate this for me in Japan

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Questioned 6 months ago

Can someone please advise where to buy used or cheap business attire (slacks/dress shirt/vest/shoes) in Tokyo?

Susumu Matt Matsumoto https://www.aoki-style.com/ http://www.konaka-jp.com/sp/shop/ http://www.uktsc.com/top/CSfTop.jsp Aoki, Konaka and suitscompay are famous chain stores in Tokyo. Continue

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Questioned 6 months ago

Best places for Tourists ? I need Stunning and natural scenery

Toraneko It depends on when you are going to Japan of course.Some of Japan's best beauty is in Okinawa and the Yaeyama Islands.https://bit.ly/2tmbAuWIn summer, Hokkaido is stunning - the lavender, sunflowers, you name it.http://bit.do/hokkaido-beautyThere is so much more of course. Mt. Fuji is famous for ... Continue

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Questioned 6 months ago

How can I rent Gtr 1992 Gtr34 ? How much it cost ? Where I find rent office ?

Susumu Matt Matsumoto As far as I know, ‘carrental-Tokyo’ have a lot of sports car lineup on website including gtr34. Please contact them. Or I believe you can search the car on google. Continue

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Questioned 6 months ago

If Culture Day (Nov 3) is on Saturday, is Monday the holiday? I wanted to go to the Bizen Osafune Sword Museum on Tues, Nov 6, but I believe it will be closed. Can anyone confirm?

Yuka Aoyama Hi!I called there.The monday(5th,Nov)is closed,The staff said.&You can check there (http://translate.googleusercontent.com/translate_c?depth=1&hl=ja&nv=1&rurl=translate.google.com&sl=auto&sp=nmt4&tl=en&u=http://www.city.setouchi.lg.jp/token/index.html&xid=17259,15700023,15700124,15700126,15700149... Continue

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Questioned 6 months ago

which city to buy cheapest king crab to cook at home in hokkaido market

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Questioned 6 months ago

Are there english speaking scuba companies in Izu that do daily dive tours?

Deleted User I do not know about Izu but I know one shop in kawaguchi Saiatam , they do diving tours to izu and Aoi one of the staff there speak enough English. https://www.energy-dc.com/ Continue

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Questioned 6 months ago

I had an English guide to Tokyo which I forgot to bring with me. Where could I buy one here?

Matt Watson Kinokunia in Shinjuku is great. They have 2 stores there.You can also try Maruzen. There is one in Marunouchi, near Tokyo Station, and one in Nihonbashi. They also have many more stores scattered around Tokyo. https://honto.jp/store/areasearch.html?shgcd%5B%5D=HB310&view=r&shlcd=02 Continue

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Questioned 6 months ago

Please: Top 5 Shabu Shabu in Ginza?

Goro I like restaurants below. I couldn’t find websites in English… Zakuro Ginza https://hitosara.com/0002132592/ Rangetsu http://ginza-rangetsu.com/menu/index.html Shabusen Ginza (2 shops) https://www.zakuro.co.jp/syabusen/index.html Shabutsuu http://www.cardinal-japan.co... Continue

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Questioned 6 months ago

Hello! Japaneese sockets are different from european, but I can't find any adapters in my home city. Do I get in right, that japaneese sockets are same with dual american ones? And is it actually a necessity to buy an adapter in advance?

Toraneko To be specific, Japanese sockets are compatible with North American ones. Although North American plugs are polarized - so an American plug can be inserted into a Japanese outlet. However, Japanese extension cords and taps are not, so you'd need a plug adapter to use them. (You can pick one up at... Continue

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Questioned 7 months ago

what should I do in Kyoto ?

Toraneko It all depends on your interests - not to mention the season and the weather (which sometimes stinks). If you like old temples and shrines, you will find heaven in Kyoto with over 2000 of them. If you dislike them, then you'll find Kyoto more of a challenge to enjoy - but it is possible. Even if ... Continue

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Questioned 7 months ago

Hi all! Reasonable price for good quality, traditional tea cups made in Japan and where can I buy them? I have seen them going for 1300-1700 yen at tourist shops. I will be in Kyoto, Tokyo & Himeji/Osaka from 5/31-6/11. Thank you in advance for your help!

Goro Hello. I like Tachikichi. There are simple style and traditional designed cups or dishes etc.. You can find shops in Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka. As this shop is form Kyoto (i did not know..)Please find shop website in Enlish.http://www.tachikichi.co.jp/en/index.htmland also on line shop site of cups/... Continue

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Questioned 7 months ago

Hi, I'm a Irish street performer. I perform Videogame music on the piano Dressed as Super Mario. What places in Japan are best

ks I think Akihabara is best place of your peformance. Continue

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Questioned 7 months ago

What is the famous culture in Tokyo

Goro I think the culture in Tokyo is Sumo Kabuki Ukiyoe Sumo: Sumo tournament is also in Kansai area but currently there are about 50 sumo beya (stable) only around Tokyo. You can visit some of them to see their training and you can taste sumo cuisine. http://www.sumo.or.j... Continue

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Questioned 7 months ago

What to or what not to wear when going to Kaiseki restaurants? Are there any obligations or restrictions? Thnx!

Mari Takahashi Depend on which restaurant where you go and it is always safe to check with the particular restaurant where you are going. In general, it's safer to be formal. Don't expose too much skin, no flip flops or sandals, no jeans and don't wear strong perfumes as kaiseki cuisines value aroma of the food... Continue

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Questioned 7 months ago

I would like to try a ryoken close to Narita if possible, any thoughts?

Goro Hi! Unfortunately I have never got an opportunity to stay at Ryokan around Narita area but I know there are nice Ryokan in Narita. Please check the site link below. https://www.tripadvisor.jp/Hotel_Review-g298161-d1144304-Reviews-Miyamoto_Ryokan-Narita_Chiba_Prefecture_Kanto.h... Continue

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Questioned 7 months ago

Where can I get a stylish hair cut for men with a good price in Tokyo? :)

Cool hair cut but not expensive. Thanks.

ks May be you can find good shop in this airticle.Reference:https://livejapan.com/en/article-a0000495/?ks Continue

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Questioned 7 months ago

Hello are there any salsa clubs you reccomend in Tokyo?

Goro Hello. I have never been to any Salsa club in Tokyo but I have heard some clubs. I will send the club link. please check them !! https://www.facebook.com/salsacaribetokyo/ https://www.facebook.com/Bar-Restaurant-Asere-219251714850106/ https://www.facebook.com/elcafelatinojapan Continue

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