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RE: Photography in Japan

by yskaradi 31 May 2012

From which places do you recommend to take sunrise and sunset shots in either Kyoto area and Tokyo area?
Re: Kalimantan (Balikpapan-Kutai-Pulau Derawan) and Sulawesi (Bunaken or Togean

by kenko 30 May 2012

I ws in Kalimantan a few months ago along with Sulawesi and here's my recommendation. Kutai National Park is definitely worth it- it's…
Itinerary for 28 days in Japan

by 20yearshence 30 May 2012

Hi All! I realize the boards have been inundated lately with prospective itineraries for Japan this summer, so I hope you all won't mind…
RE: 10 Day Japan Itinerary (Early July)

by bamse 30 May 2012

Imperial Palace and Gardens in Tokyo are not all that interesting, so I would not make it top priority. Places like Shinjuku, Shibuya,…
RE: Photography in Japan

by bamse 30 May 2012

re #22/23: The [online reservation form| ] shows availability for three months (until August at the moment). As you can see there is current…
Suica_NEX and JR Rail pass

by LH1844 30 May 2012

Have ordered a 7 day JR Rail pass for our 9 day-8 night trip. We are going to stay in Tokyo for the first two nights (night of arrival…
RE: 10 Day Japan Itinerary (Early July)

by GrogBlossom 30 May 2012

+We'd love to do karaoke in Tokyo - any recommended spots?+ most karaoke is in a "box" (i.e. 'booth' or small private room). So unless…
10 Day Japan Itinerary (Early July)

by dusty_coco 30 May 2012

G'day All, My friend and I will be travelling to Japan in early July and I'm just trying to draft a suitable itinerary. Any suggestions,…
RE: day trips!

by tone21 30 May 2012

Seems like Kanazawa is only worth it if I stay there a night en route to Kyoto. Not going to achieve much in 4-5 hours that would justify…
Do I need to book accommodation in advance?? Traveling in July

by 19Roscoe 29 May 2012

Hi there I'm going to Japan for four weeks in July. I've read mixed things about how busy it will be (i know it's kind of the low season…
Re: Japan Rail Pass

by Domyong71 29 May 2012

I have just returned from Japan, and I utilised J R WEST KANSAI WIDE AREA PASS, 7000 Yen for 4 consecutive days, which took me from Kurashik…
RE: Photography in Japan

by montereyjack 29 May 2012

In Kyoto I started at Kiyomizu-dera and walked up the river. My other favorite there required me to get permission from the Imperial Househ…
RE: Photography in Japan

by yskaradi 29 May 2012

what are your top most favorite places to take pictures in both Kyoto/ Kansai area and Tokyo area?
RE: day trips!

by bamse 28 May 2012

I second rhythm_blues' recommendation for the ukiyoe museum and for Nara. And Nara is particularly good for Buddhist sculptures (not only…
RE: day trips!

by rhythm_blues 28 May 2012

Matsumoto has a very good museum devoted to ukiyo-e (woodblock prints). http://www.ukiyo-e.co.jp/jum-e/ I think that it's worth it to…
day trips!

by tone21 28 May 2012

I'm doing a few daytrips on my Japan holiday and need some advice on what to see/do with the limited timeframe. Matsumoto - obviously…
RE: Three Weeks in Japan - Mid June to Early July

by bamse 27 May 2012

Doesn't mean much, but I saw monkeys near Kegon waterfall but not near Akechidaira. In any case I recommend to spend a night in Nikko…
Three Weeks in Japan - Mid June to Early July

by timwaggtravel 27 May 2012

Hi, My girlfriend and I are heading to Japan in mid June and after lots of research we feel we are pretty much clued up on what we should…
RE: 4 weeks in Japan - summer

by bamse 27 May 2012

I'd also allow more time for Kyoto, but perhaps cut from Tokyo rather than Kyushu. Haven't been to Yamanomura, but it sounds interesting.…
Re: 4 weeks in Japan - summer

by elizacolebatch 27 May 2012

Hi Iron...thanks for the tip. I did wonder if I was moving on too soon. What have been your highlights? With that in mind I might drop…
Re: 4 weeks in Japan - summer

by ironchefjay2 27 May 2012

I think it is unreasonable to assume that you will only need a day and a half to see Kyoto. I have spent a total of 6 weeks discovering…
4 weeks in Japan - summer

by elizacolebatch 26 May 2012

HI All, Any input to this proposed itinerary is GREATLY appreciated in advance! The $$ amounts are estimated AUS. First time to Japan,…
RE: Budget accommodation in Tokyo & Kyoto

by bamse 25 May 2012

sorry, the link somehow didn't work in #1. I meant to link to [this page|http://kshouse.jp/tokyo-e/access/index.html]
RE: Budget accommodation in Tokyo & Kyoto

by lucapal 25 May 2012

As bamse says above...you might as well stay near the station in Kyoto....and that is where K's house Kyoto is. Its a pretty good hostel.…
RE: Budget accommodation in Tokyo & Kyoto

by bamse 25 May 2012

+Tripadvisor lists K's House as #1 special lodging in Taito. What is the traveling time from Narita Airport to this area?+ I believe…