Haneda versus Narita Airport of Japan
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Haneda versus Narita Airport of Japan

Given that Haneda included its International Terminal in 2010 the Haneda versus Narita Airport terminal decision is a typical inconvenience for travellers and residents alike. Haneda has the high-end of being located considerably closer to the main cities of Tokyo and also Yokohama. Check this Statista Data – passenger traffic in haneda 2012-2021 While Narita…

Grave of the Fireflies (火垂るの墓) – Film Review
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Grave of the Fireflies (火垂るの墓) – Film Review

The 1988 classic film Grave of the Fireflies (火垂るの墓) came way before Studio Ghibli’s (ジブリ) many classics such as Spirited Away (千と千尋の神隠し), Howl’s Moving Castle (ハウルの動く城) and My Neighbor Totoro (となりのトトロ). However Grave of the Fireflies will always be the classic movie to me, and without exception my favourite. Based on the book written by the…

Viewing Autumn Leaves at Narita San (成田山で紅葉)
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Viewing Autumn Leaves at Narita San (成田山で紅葉)

Dating back to 940, Narita-San or more specifically Narita-San Shinsho-ji (成田山新勝寺) is a temple located in central Narita, Chiba. It is a well-known temple within the Kanto region and regularly holds large events. These typically happen during the seasons of New Year (お正月), Obon (お盆), Spring and Fall. The gardens are especially pretty during the…

Reiwa: 令和 The Beginning of Japan’s New Era
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Reiwa: 令和 The Beginning of Japan’s New Era

Reiwa: 令和 The Beginning of Japan’s New Era was announced by the Japanese Government on 1 April Monday, 2019. At this time, Japan also entered a new financial year, welcoming with it some changes to its immigration rules too. These new immigration laws will allow some foreign nationals to enter Japan as unskilled workers. However,…

FAQ Japan Essential Explore Japan FAQs
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FAQ Japan Essential Explore Japan FAQs

This is our growing frequently asked question list of questions and solutions that will remain to progress as the site grows. We urge you to upload any type of questions you have in our comments section, as well as we will answer them as quickly as we can. Moreover, we suggest you examine back everyday…

Japan Considers Relaxing Major Prerequisite for Foreign Investors
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Japan Considers Relaxing Major Prerequisite for Foreign Investors

It has actually been reported that the Justice Ministry remains in the process of reviewing key requirements for foreign nationals wanting to start a service and also stay in Japan. According to resources, the primary criteria they are looking for to change for the international capitalist visa is the capital arrangement of 5 million yen….

Journey in Japan Part 53: In the Land of Spuds and Money
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Journey in Japan Part 53: In the Land of Spuds and Money

Today I overslept. It is 4 pm when I finally creep from my bed. Having missed a lot of the day, as well as without a plan, I make a decision to head to Asakusa to locate something to do. When I reach Asakusa, I instantaneously hear the noise of banging drums. Complying with the…

Kansai Bridge is Fully Repaired in Time for Golden Week
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Kansai Bridge is Fully Repaired in Time for Golden Week

Kansai Flight terminal is totally fixed after it was hit hard by Typhoon Jebi in September in 2015. The cyclone had created prevalent damages to the Kansai location. The airport also was quite badly struck. The disaster had created short-term flooding to both among the terminals as well as paths. Specifically, it had caused a…

Moving on From March 11
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Moving on From March 11

March 11 or 3/11, as it is commonly referred will certainly be permanently instilled psychological of several that endured around the Tohoku area. First through a terrible mega earthquake and then intensified by the lethal rush of fierce tsunamis washing away anything depending on its destructive course. We check out how not only individuals yet…

1,000 Yen Departure Tax to Begin from Monday
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1,000 Yen Departure Tax to Begin from Monday

The Japanese Federal government will start collecting a 1,000 yen separation tax from Monday next week. People passing by airplane or ship will certainly be subject to the brand-new separation tax obligation. The brand-new law that was passed last April will be included in existing traveling fares as well as taxes. However, people that have…

Journey in Japan Part 17: Cicadas of the Lost Park
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Journey in Japan Part 17: Cicadas of the Lost Park

Today I awaken at 8 am. I go outdoors and also take a short wander. It appears thatKyoto is still resting. I return to the hostel to swipe a few more hrs myself. At 11 am, it appears that Kyoto is still sleeping. Shops are closed. Nothing truly occurring. I make a decision to do…