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International Driving Permit (1949), credit card and passport.
Unless you have a Japanese drivers license, to rent a car in Japan, you will need the International Driving Permit (1949), credit card and passport.Many automobile manufactures in Japan also operate car rental services (e.g., Toyota Rentacar, Nissan Rentacar, Mazda Rentacar), and some offer ser…(72 words)
cwljwc
The best way to buys bullet train tickets
Although it's possible to purchase bullet train tickets at the automated ticket machines, I prefer to stand in line at the train ticket office (usually located near the shinkansen entrance in stations). Even though this sometimes entails standing in line for a few extra minutes, I prefer being abl…(180 words)
Andrea Miyata
Tokyo Jogging Routes
I love running around the Jingu-Gaien Loop (1.3 km) that circles around the Meiji Memorial Picture Gallery, baseball fields, and soccer fields. The loop is wide enough that it never becomes too crowded. I also really enjoy running through Yoyogi Park. The park is large enough that you can run on …(69 words)
HillaryB
What can you tell me about the Yokosuka Line?
The Yokosuka Line is one of the most widely used train networks for traveling directly south of Tokyo -- it stops at both Yokohama and Kamakura, which are two popular destinations for foreign tourists and Japanese alike. For people living in Tokyo, the Yokosuka line is also very convenient, for it …(61 words)
mark
Can't make the scene if you don't have the green.
The green car is like business class for the bullet train.Personally any seat on the bullet train is fancy enough for me.If you like the feel of VIP I recommend the green car seats.To ride the green for free.If you can collect points if you have a JR credit card every time you buy a Shink…(77 words)
Yuuki I
Hakone Skyline drive
The most thrilling drive near Tokyo is the Hakone Skyline. Not only is the road designed so that cars slide on the mountainous curves, but it also boasts great views of Mt. Fuji. But don't drive too fast, especially when it is foggy and/or the road is wet. It may be the last drive you ever make!(58 words)
mikekato
Travel Slowly
Shindai Ressha are sleeper trains, which used to be common all over Japan. Now, because most people want to travel quickly and there are so many airports throughout Japan, there are only 6 such trains left. One of the most popular is the JR East train Cassiopeia.Cassiopeia runs from Ueno Stat…(108 words)
mikekato
Convenient Car rental shop everywhere in Japan
It seems like Care rental is more popular in Tokyo than other cities.Because of maintain car is expensive in Tokyo include parking fees.One of the biggest car rental company called "Nippon rent a car"You can reserve by Internet or telephone or just go the the rental office.http://www.nipp…(101 words)
yukorose
Train, Limousine bus, cabs are few options to arrive in Tokyo from Narita airport
Trains - Narita airport liner, Keisei liner, Yokosuka line, Keisei line are diff type of train options. Cheapest is the Yokosuka line or keisei line which are regular trains. If you take Narita express or Keisei liner these trains are fast and the tickets are around 3000 JPY. These trains typical…(268 words)
suku
Tokyo Metropolitan Government operates subways and buses in Tokyo
Tokyo Metropolitan Government operates subways and buses in Tokyo. It is called "Toei" which means the subways and buses services are operated by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government.Subway(s) in Japanese is "chikatetsu".Bus(es) in Japanese is "basu".The following information is quoted from…(191 words)
KazuoN
Stay on the line
When in Tokyo, try and stay either on the same train line or at the very least stay on the same train company's lines (Tokyo Metro, Toei, JR, etc.). You will save yourself from the stress of changing trains at crowded stations, and more importantly will be saving money; routes that include transfer…(67 words)
Hudwa
Hokutosei Sleeper Train from Ueno, Tokyo to Sapporo
I never get on the sleeper train but one of my dream is get a hokutosei sleeper train from Ueno to Sapporo.It seems lots of fun to get on and sleep over in the train. It is a kind of laxuary train.They have Royal private rooms , Deluxe twin rooms with restaurant car in the train.You can ex…(120 words)
yukorose
A walking route in which you can enjoy both modern and traditional scenery is from Shibuya-Koen-Dori to Meiji Shrine.
Walking Rainbow Bridge Day Or Night ~(6 words)
ShelleySweeney
escalator mannar
When you take an escalator, which side do you stand if you are not in a hurry? To stand right may be the good manner in most parts of the world but it's not in Tokyo. Japanese people stand left when they are not in a rush so the people who are in a hurry can go up on right side!(But when I …(77 words)
misa
What can you tell me about the Yokosuka Line?
If you are planning to go to Yokosuka city from Tokyo or Yokohama, it is not advisable to use the JR Yokosuka Line. Use the Keikyu (Keihin Kyuko line) as it will be cheaper and much faster (about 20 minutes faster).The Yokosuka station for Keikyu is called Yokosuka Chuo 横須賀中央. Be careful …(117 words)
Peter
Although a little bit far from Tokyo actually, I would like to recommend Kamakura City.
Although a little bit far from Tokyo actually, I would like to recommend Kamakura City, Home of Samurai. The City is a very historical place where Japan's first samurai government was established at the end of twelfth century. You will probably enjoy Rickshaws nearby the historical place, Tsuruga…(100 words)
yiino
It is costly, but it is worth while paying.
(Places) I know two places. One is in ASAKUSA in Tokyo and the other is in Yokohama China Town.In front of the main gate of SENSOUJI (famous temple), there are some waiting Rickshaws.In Yokohama Chaina town, near Kaseiro Restaurant located in main street (HONDOURI) is one of the placeses to ca…(152 words)
Suetsumuhana
My best recommendation is Oomiya Kokusai Country Club. It takes about one hour from Tokyo either by car or by train.
Oomiya Kokusai Country is located in Saitama prefecture. The nearest train station is SASHIOGI of JR-East. ( There is Club shuttle bus running from there.)Play fee is very reasonable. Even if it's the first time you play golf in Japan you can relax and appreciate a help from caddies with pro…(198 words)
Suetsumuhana
Take a bus!!!
Look for a KEISEI high way bus counter to get a ticket to Tokyo. The bus will take you to the Yaesu exit of the Tokyo Station, Sukiyabashi (Ginza), or Oedo Onsen Monogatari (an Onsen spa facility in Tokyo Bay area.) The transportation fee is only 900 yen per person each way.Please note that if yo…(83 words)
Hatha Yoga Lover
Keisei line
there are buses(3000yen), taxi (around25000yen) and trains. Keisei is the cheapest, around 1500 to get you to Tokyo(19 words)
lucaslim
Suica anywhere everywhere - for transport and shop around cashlessly
Get a suica card from any train stations, charged it from the ticket machines. For train ride or to buy anything, in most places, suica is acceptable. Which means, you dont have to carry your cash around, or avoid those unnecessary heavy coins. Minimise time wasted in queue! lesser frustration?!(50 words)
lucaslim
Northern Country Club Nishikigahara
Located only 45 minutes by car from Tokyo in Saitama, this course has it all for the avid golfer with 2 18-hole courses and a 7-hole short course. The links style course is said to mirror Augusta and famous Japanese tour pro Jumbo Ozaki used to use this course as his practice ground in preparation …(143 words)
Anarchy
20 to 30% extra in the evening
Although this does not affect every taxi. Most taxis normally charge 20-30% extra in the evening after the 1st meter (710 for 1st 2 km), I think after 8pm for taxi journeys.(30 words)
Steve
Change from 10,000 Yen not always possible
Sometimes, taxi drivers will not be able to provide change from a 10,000 Yen note, so either make sure you have smaller notes (1,000 or 5,000 or the 2,000 Yen note to commemorate the Year 2,000), or most taxis will take credit cards with no problem. (Visa, Mastercard etc)(44 words)
Steve
Getting a seat on a crowded train & Offering your seat
Generally speaking, Japanese are very oriented on getting a seat on the train, as this is an opportunity to get some much-needed sleep! So, what will more often than not happen is people will generally try to avoid giving up a seat for someone who needs it. Offering a seat although it is done b…(148 words)
Steve
Wifi
On the Tokyo Metro lines (Marunouchi, Hibiya, Fukutoshin, Hanzomon, Tozai, Yurakucho, Chiyoda, Nanboku), there is Metro Free Wifi.On the Toei Subways, it is not availableThe service is OK if you happen to be outside the train, as the Wifi access points are generally located at the station thems…(138 words)
Steve
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