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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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Japan's Swimming Season
People often ask me when the swimming season is in Japan. This is difficult question because nearly every beach and pool opens at a different time.
Beaches
The swimming season officially starts when the Shinto priest holds Umi Biraki (opening of the sea) ceremony. In this ceremony, the priest purifies the sea and water, making it safe to swim. Where I live, on an island in Western Japan, Umi Biraki is always held on the first Sunday in July, which seems a little late for a public swimming beach, but the crowds start coming only after this.
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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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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.
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- 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.