Why Planet Tokyo?
Because your first trip to Japan can be like going to another planet. Planet Tokyo is here to guide you through the culture shock that many western travelers experience upon arrival in Japan. If you're planning a trip, or just hoping to learn something new and interesting about Japan, you've come to the right place.
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Best travel reads on Japan
So, which books are they? Here are three classic books I’d recommend if you’re planning on traveling in and around Japan.
The Inland Sea, by Donald Richie (Originally published in 1971, re-released in 2002 by Stonebridge Press).
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- Cityrama Tokyo Afternoon Tour
See Tokyo in an afternoon. This three and a half hour tour includes the following highlights:
Tokyo Tower, National Diet Building (Drive by), Imperial Palace Plaza, Asakusa Kannon Temple, Nakamise Shopping Street, and the Ginza Shopping District
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- Planning:
Start here for pointers on all aspect of planning your trip. - Travel Planner:
Find the best rates on hotels and flights when you travel to Japan.
Inside Planet Tokyo
- Japanese 101
Knowing just the bare minimum of Japanese we were able to safely navigate the subway system, purchase food (big deal), and exchange pleasantries with the people we met. The following won't make you fluent in Japanese, but you'll be able to say "please," "
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- Hotels:
Accommodations to fit every budget. - Restaurants:
Dining in Tokyo is always an adventure.