Information for Tourists

Lost and Found in Japan – What to Do When You Lost Your Stuff

What would you do if you accidentally lost something while traveling or staying in Japan? Going Lost and Found? Giving up? Not so fast! In Japan, the survey says that if you lose your wallet, there is about a 60-70% chance it will return to you. In fact, I have lost my wallet twice, but …

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How to Check Transport Fares in Japan

Buses and trains are the two most commonly used short-distance transportation methods for travelers in Japan.Generally, you will have more opportunities to use buses in regional cities and trains (including subways) in major cities. Since fares vary depending on the area, route, and distance traveled, we often see tourists confused in front of fare charts …

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How to Rent a Bicycle in Japan (Hello Cycling)

In recent years, bike rental services have been growing in popularity all over the world. In Tokyo as well, one of the most populated cities in the world, renting bicycles has been gaining more and more attention and is becoming a larger part of people’s daily lives. Many people now prefer using bicycles as a …

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Where to Buy or Rent a Bicycle in Japan

Bicycles are a great transportation method for sightseeing in the neighborhood and for daily life because you don’t need gas and a parking space. This article introduces you to places you can buy bicycles, as well as bicycle rental services that you can easily rent. Common types of bicycles seen in Japan City bikes called …

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How to “Danshari” with Your Leftover Coins in Japan?

I am quite a fan of the idea of Danshari in Japan. Danshari (断捨離) means saying goodbye to something unnecessary in your life to have more space for those which makes your heart really beat. For years I was always confused about dealing with those little coins including Japanese and other countries’ which I was …

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