[Note] For this trip, our "base" was in Osaka (Namba)
so if you are staying closer (in Kobe), that's even better.
so if you are staying closer (in Kobe), that's even better.
9AM- Noon | HIMEJI CASTLE
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Japan Trip Report- Osaka Itinerary Outline- (Osaka Aquarium, Fishing Store, Dotonbori Fishing Pond).12/16/2016
On the main itinerary for this day was:
Osaka (Kaiyukan) Aquarium Fishing Store The Fishing Arcade at Dotonbori
Noticed they all have a "fishy' theme, haha.
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Updates:
October 31, 2017- Link update.
April 19, 2017- (More planning tips added, links are all current).
October 31, 2017- Link update.
April 19, 2017- (More planning tips added, links are all current).
 Arashiyama, Kyoto. Cute handmade plushies by @ emicakes (Instagram). So you've decided to go to Japan for the very first time. Images of Sushi, Temples, Bullet Trains, and Hot Springs flash before your eyes... now what? I commend you for wanting to see Japan on your own. Explore everything at your own pace, and find hidden gems while getting lost. This is why you are here right? You do need to allot some time for planning & researching. It will be time consuming, but very rewarding in the end. Take a deep breath. You can do this! |
This is where my extensive check-list, tips, and useful links below will save you time.
(My aim is to have the important links all on this page so it's easy to just click on exactly what you need).
(My aim is to have the important links all on this page so it's easy to just click on exactly what you need).
When traveling long distance around Japan, sometimes its more time efficient to fly instead of taking the Shinkansen (bullet train).
JR nation-wide pass is valid for JR train travels across Japan.
Once you start planning your trip to Japan, you will no doubt come across the unlimited Japan Rail passes (JR passes; valid on JR branded trains, buses, and ferries only).
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There's so many ways to discover Japan. You can get around by train, subways, buses, ferries, and air.
Train travel to me is the trickiest and most overwhelming part of planning since there's Japan Rail and local subways (owned by different companies). There's a multitude of regional (discount) passes on offer and information changes all the time. |
Once you get off the plane, how will you will get from the airport to your accommodation?
After you land in Japan, how will you get to your hotel from the airport?
Do consider taking a Limousine (Limo) bus which is similar to a big comfy tour bus.
They are a comfortable, economical, and hassle-free way of getting to your accommodation if available.
They are a comfortable, economical, and hassle-free way of getting to your accommodation if available.
(Updated 11.28.2016)
Today I will share with you one of my favorite things about Japan.
It is actually TA-Q-BIN (aka. Takkyubin, Takuhaibin).
Simply put, it's a delivery forwarding service across Japan used by residents, local businesses, and tourists.
It is actually TA-Q-BIN (aka. Takkyubin, Takuhaibin).
Simply put, it's a delivery forwarding service across Japan used by residents, local businesses, and tourists.
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