Tokyo Facts And Getting Ready
Tokyo travel tips and Tokyo Facts. The Coolest Things to do in Tokyo, and some information on Japan and Tokyo Attractions.
Before reading on Tokyo top attractions, there's some Tokyo facts you should know.
You'll find That the Japanese capital is very different from other destinations.
The city's top attractions are sophisticated, modern and trendy and at the same time very traditional, with a time pace from another world.
Don't get too hung up on reaching all the right places.
The most exciting part of this vacation is just wandering around and stumbling into authentic Japanese attractions, ordering at
Tokyo restaurants
where you can't recognize a single thing on the menu (perfectly clean anywhere), and discovering a small neighborhood Shinto shrine.
It's the best way to get to know the city.
In this large city with such an efficient public transportation system, walking to get from one tourist attraction to the other could seem like a foolish piece of advice.
However, walking around will enable you to get to know the unique
Things To Do in Tokyo.
The Tokyo subway
is an integral part of the city. Narrow streets with no names, slow-moving traffic and extremely limited and expensive parking - you need a very good reason to want to drive a car here.
Getting along in the city's subway system, is in fact much easier than in some of the most traveled cities in the world !
Taxis are very pricey, but are a cultural experience in itself due to their lacy seats and gloved drivers.
Do not count on your taxi drivers to speak English, or know the city better than you do. This sounds strange but it is because streets have no names here.
Your hotel can provide you with a map. Or you can Check out this page -
A Map of Tokyo.
Taxis have a GPS nowadays, so things are improving.
Don't forget to look to your right when crossing the street!
Tips on
traveling from Narita Airport to Tokyo.
The Packing Checklist - Make The Right Travel List For Tokyo
Perhaps the most crucial of Tokyo facts is - wear comfortable walking shoes ! You're going to need them.
Shoes and socks are a big thing in planning for this vacation, so I'll address this issue at length in the
packing checklist.
Shoes are never worn inside private homes, Tokyo restaurants and shrines. More on
10 common mistakes westerners do About Japans culture.
Best Time To Visit Tokyo?
Basically,
the Best TIme to visit Tokyo
depends on
Tokyo weather,
Japan festivals
and Japanese national holidays.So, the best time to visit Tokyo is during the milder months of autumn or spring, and during
the cherry blossom festival
, and the fall-foliage celebration.
Tokyo Facts On Money And A Yen Converter
In Japan- cash is king. Japanese people tend to use cash.
Most department stores, hotels and major restaurants do take credit cards, but there are still many places that don't.
There are very few ATM spots in the city. So, one of the most important travel tips is bringing enough cash.
Here you'll find a yen converter courtesy of Yahoo Finance.
Did you know that in Tokyo tips are not expected in taxis, restaurants or elsewhere. This certainly makes things easier for tourists.
Individual tipping is not part of Japans culture. In spite of that you'll get the best service you have ever experianced.
It's just a part of the Japanese culture.
Visa Requirements For Your Tokyo Vacation
Citizens of many countries are entitled to enter Japan for short-term stays without a
Japan tourist visa.
Vaccinations are not necessary. There are no specific health problems that you may encounter in Japan.
Your Cell Phone In Japan
The local mobile phone operators use technology that is not always compatible with international networks. If you want to be on the safe side when you travel Tokyo, the best piece of advice is to ditch
your cell phone in Japan and rent a Japanese phone.
Renting is the most economical way for the average traveler to get a phone, and it's a very simple procedure.
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