Planning my first trip to Japan in the next few months. I've read through a lot of the older threads but wanted to check if the info is still current.
My main questions:
- Best area to stay for easy access to the scene?
- Realistic daily budget?
- Any areas to avoid?
- How welcoming are the locals to foreign visitors?
I'm coming from the US and have experience in Latin America but this would be my first time in Japan.
Thanks for any help!
Japan — rainy season worth going?
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Quick question — how was the ATM situation?
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Saving this thread for my trip planning. Gold mine of information.
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This is outdated info IMO. Things have changed since last year. Current prices are about the same than what's described here.
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Nice report. Heading there next month — exactly the intel I needed.
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How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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100% agree. The atmosphere is hard to beat.
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Quick question — how was the hotel security?
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I'd rate it similarly. Solid 8/10 destination.
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What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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+1 on this. Exactly my experience too. Great destination.
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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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+1 on this. Exactly my experience too. Great destination.
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Quick question — how was the Uber availability?
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100% agree. The quality is hard to beat.
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Did you use the local sites or find girls at online?
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Nice report. Heading there next month — exactly the intel I needed.
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+1 on this. Exactly my experience too. Great destination.
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