Been thinking about visiting Japan and wanted to get the latest intel from those who've been recently.
Specifically interested in:
1. Current price ranges
2. Best areas to base yourself
3. Any safety concerns
4. How's the quality compared to Colombia?
Any recent trip reports would be much appreciated. Thanks in advance.
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Started by DesertRat · 10 Mar 2026 · 2472 views
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How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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I'd rate it similarly. Solid 7/10 destination.
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Saving this thread for my trip planning. Gold mine of information.
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Excellent write-up. This is why this forum is the best resource out there.
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100% agree. The value is hard to beat.
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Thanks for the write-up. Very helpful for my upcoming trip.
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Thanks for the write-up. Very helpful for my upcoming trip.
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100% agree. The atmosphere is hard to beat.
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Excellent write-up. This is why this forum is the best resource out there.
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Nice report. Heading there next month — exactly the intel I needed.
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With respect, my experience was more mixed. But maybe I went at the wrong time.
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Hmm, I had a different experience. Prices were lower when I went. Maybe timing matters.
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This matches my experience. Japan is great value.
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I'd rate it similarly. Solid 8/10 destination.
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Nice report. Heading there next month — exactly the intel I needed.
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I was there in January and prices were great value.
Spent about $95/day all-in. Quality was above average.
My tip: midweek is golden hour.
Spent about $95/day all-in. Quality was above average.
My tip: midweek is golden hour.
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