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Re: Do I need to book accommodation in advance?? Traveling in July

by tone21 30 May 2012

Well if you're going to Tokyo first - only makes sense to book accomodation there so you have somewhere to go once you step off the plane.…
Japanese car - lighter question

by oconee2004 29 May 2012

Hi, I will be travelling in Hokkaido for 7 days sleeping in campsites, so I probably won't have access to electricity to charge my camera.…
Re: Advice on Snowboarding/Skiing locations in Japan!

by meredithh 27 May 2012

Hi, We have had 4 trips to Japan for skiing- 3 to Hokkaido where we mostly skied at Furano and one trip to Hakuba, all in the latter part…
RE: Help me fill in the blanks

by TokyoB 24 May 2012

Keep in mind that you are travelling during Japanese school holidays, so popular tourist destinations such as Kyoto or Studio Ghibli get…
RE: Bus from Shirogane Onsen in Hokkaido to Asahikawa?

by chschen 23 May 2012

Thank you for the information!
RE: Bus from Shirogane Onsen in Hokkaido to Asahikawa?

by Glenski 23 May 2012

I know that, Sing. But it's only a 20-minute taxi ride to Biei train station. http://www.japaneseguesthouses.com/db/sounkyo/shirogane_onsen…
RE: Bus from Shirogane Onsen in Hokkaido to Asahikawa?

by SingObserver 23 May 2012

Glenski -- there's no rail line to Shirogane Onsen. Last time I was there, the bus was the only way in or out.
RE: Bus from Shirogane Onsen in Hokkaido to Asahikawa?

by Glenski 22 May 2012

This site shows an 1100 yen fare from Asahikawa to Shirogane by way of the Dohoku bus. I would presume the fare is the same in reverse.…
Bus from Shirogane Onsen in Hokkaido to Asahikawa?

by chschen 22 May 2012

Hello, Does anyone know the best/cheapest bus to get from Shirogane Onsen in Hokkaido to Asahikawa? Thanks! Christine
RE: Hiking Daisetsuzan National Park, Hokkaido early-mid august

by chschen 22 May 2012

I know this is several years later, but did you ever write about your trip, damo49? If so, I'd love to read about it. Also, in case anyone…
Travel Partner

by Perminder 17 May 2012

Hello :] I'm traveling to Japan from the 31st May- 15th June and since it's my first time, I thought it wouldn't hurt to seek a travel…
Travel Partner

by Perminder 17 May 2012

Hello :] I'm traveling to Japan from the 31st May- 15th June and since it's my first time, I thought it wouldn't hurt to seek a travel…
RE: Please Check My Japan Itinereray - July 2012

by Glenski 17 May 2012

What exactly interests you about Hokkaido? It's largely farmland and mountains. If you're into hiking, stick to one destination (either…
RE: Please Check My Japan Itinereray - July 2012

by Kalasri87 16 May 2012

Thanks for the replies everyone. We'd like to experience the Osaka nightlife but also the Kyoto festivals at night (Gion Matsuri). We'll…
RE: Please Check My Japan Itinereray - July 2012

by TokyoB 16 May 2012

Some points from my side : + I think Kobe is not worth it. As a port city, Yokohama is much more modern and interesting and also can be…
RE: Please Check My Japan Itinereray - July 2012

by Glenski 16 May 2012

Your Hokkaido stint is too rushed. Even with a car of your own, you have to figure in long travel times. Distances are deceiving here,…
Japanese Govt to Spread Radioactive Debris All Over Country

by rera_kamui 16 May 2012

*Japanese government is pressing local municipalities and prefectures all over the country to accept some of the debris created by the…
RE: Where to go - 2 weeks with 14yo in rainy season

by jennyan21 15 May 2012

We were in Kyushu (Nagasaki/Yufuin) in July, and although it was hotter than the sun in Nagasaki, we had terrible weather in Yufuin. It…
RE: Where to go - 2 weeks with 14yo in rainy season

by lucapal 15 May 2012

Shikoku is a good shout..... I agree that you haven't got time for Hokkaido and the weather in Kyushu at that time isn't great. Person…
Japan Trip 2012 - July

by Kalasri87 15 May 2012

Hi, I’m planning a trip to Japan this July with 5 other people. We’re trying to get a balance between Culture, History, Cities & Hiki…
Re: Where to go - 2 weeks with 14yo in rainy season

by Glenski 15 May 2012

+Kyushu and Hokkaido are both beautiful, but they deserve more than the 4-6 days you have.+ Absolutely right. Ditch Nara, Kyoto, and…
RE: Where to go - 2 weeks with 14yo in rainy season

by rhythm_blues 15 May 2012

Kyushu and Hokkaido are both beautiful, but they deserve more than the 4-6 days you have. Yes, you could enjoy yourself for that period…
RE: Where to go - 2 weeks with 14yo in rainy season

by Glenski 14 May 2012

As you know, Hokkaido has no rainy season. Go to Shiretoko (quasi-national park and world heritage site now), Lake Akan, Hakodate, Mt.…
RE: Itinerary Help please! June in Japan

by bamse 12 May 2012

I was not put off by the smell of the deer in Nara, but not too much impressed by them either. Feels a bit like in a childrens'/petting…
Japan Power Shortages - Summer 2012

by tone21 11 May 2012

http://www.reuters.com/article/2012/05/06/us-nuclear-japan-idUSBRE84405820120506 Japan is facing power shortages this summer with the…