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[Anime movie site pilgrimage] Weathering With You Film Locations
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- It has been 3 years since the release of the hit animation movie Your Name”, and now director Makoto Shinkai is back with his long-awaited latest project, “Weathering With You”.This is a story in which a boy and girl are at the mercy of the choice of their own fates, during a time when the harmony of the weather is going crazy (which is apparently representative of our own reality under a future clouded by climate change). Hina, a girl with mysterious power that allows her to control the weather, meets a runaway boy, Hodaka, who left home to come to Tokyo. This romantic story between the two characters has exceeded 10 billion yen in box office revenue in one month, and has caused great excitement and interest amongst anime movie fans. A pilgrimage to the real-life sites that the “Weathering With You” locations were based on is becoming a very popular outing, and in this article we’ll introduce some of those spots to you so you can enjoy some movie-inspired exploration and sightseeing of your own. Kisho (Weather) Shrine (Koenji Hikawa Shrine) It is said that Kisho Shrine within the precincts of Koenji Hikawa Shrine in Suginami-ku, Tokyo is the one and only shrine in Japan that has control over the eight weather phenomena (sun, clouds, rain etc.). In the movie trailer the shrine’s Geta Ema (weather sandal charms) appeared, and in the main story the characters Suga and Natsumi visited this shrine to learn about the duties of the legendary weather maiden (Hareonna). Please note that the closing time differs between summer and winter. Kisho (Weather) Shrine (Koenji Hikawa Shrine) Roppongi Hills Rooftop Sky Deck This is the place where Hina prayed for sunny weather when asked by the organizer of the Jingu Gaien Fireworks Festival for clear weather for the event. This is the Tokyo City View’s “Sky Deck” observation area, on outdoor viewing area on the 52nd floor of Roppongi Hills Mori Tower. From a height of 270m above sea level, you can experience being high up in the sky, feel the wind, and enjoy a starry sky night-view even in the city center. Roppongi Hills Rooftop Sky Deck Nozokizaka Nozokizaka is in Takada, Toshima-Ku and is said to be the steepest slope in Tokyo, with a maximum gradient of 22%. Also known as Munatsukizaka, this short but very steep hill runs parallel to Shukuzaka St to its east. This street was the model used for the slope that appeared in the sun-filled scene after Hina's declaration of The weather will be fine now !. Nozokizaka Odaiba Seaside Park Observation Deck The location of the first job Hodaka and Hina received after starting their Hareonna (Sun Girl) business was at the Odaiba Kaihin Koen (Seaside Park) Observation Deck. This is an observatory deck looking out across to the Rainbow Bridge and Tokyo’s surrounding skyscrapers, and is famous for its beautiful night views. The Rainbow Bridge, which is lit up at night, has both a summer illumination pattern (April to October) and also a winter illumination pattern (November to March). Odaiba Seaside Park Observation Deck Yoyogi Kaikan The Yoyogi Kaikan is an important place that appears many times in Weathering With You, and most significantly the movie shows a shrine on the roof of this building where Hina attains the power of Hareonna. Located in front of Yoyogi Station in Shibuya-Ku, this 1969 constructed building is now abandoned. The building has eight floors above ground and one underground floor, but due to its age and condition dismantling began in August 2019, and is due to finish in January 2020 (so be quick to see it!). Perhaps disappointingly for fans of the movie, there is actually no shrine on the roof of the building, but the shrine is in fact the Asahi Inari Shrine mentioned below, so read on! Yoyogi Kaikan Asahi Inari Shrine Asahi Inari Shrine is the inspiration for the shrine on top of the Yoyogi Kaikan where Hina attains the power of Hareonna. This shrine is located in Ginza, Chuo-ku, between Chuo-dori and Showa-dori, in the Daihiro Asahi Building. Start in the shrine’s hall of worship on the building’s ground floor, then take the elevator to the 8th floor, head up to the rooftop via the emergency stairs, and you’ll arrive at the main hall glistening under the blue sky. Walking along the road to the shrine creates a mysterious sensation between every day modernity and extraordinary otherworldly spirituality. Please note that you cannot visit on Sundays and holidays because the building is closed. McDonald's Seibu Shinjuku Station This is the location of Hina's part-time job and where she first met Hodaka. This spot was identified by seeing Shinjuku's Yunika Vision monitors from the seat where Hodaka sat. Supposedly Hodoka was sitting on the 4th floor of this restaurant which is very popular with students.McDonald's Seibu Shinjuku Station is easily accessible from Toei Oedo Line’s Shinjuku Nishiguchi Station, Seibu Shinjuku Line’s Seibu Shinjuku Station and JR Yamanote Line’s Shinjuku Station. McDonald's Seibu Shinjuku Station Manboo Shinjuku Yasukuni Dori-Shop Manbooo Shinjuku Yasukuni Dori is a model of the manga cafe where Hodaka, who came to Tokyo, was sleeping while working. The café has flat sheet booths, couch sofas and reclining sofas, so you have many ways to relax. In addition, there is a shower and abundant amenities available, so you can pretty much turn up empty-handed and be comfortable! Manboo Shinjuku Yasukuni Dori-Shop Shinjuku Kabukicho Atami Building The Atami Building is where Hodaka met the stray cat, ironically called Ame (meaning rain), who had survived the rain. Located in Shinjuku Kabukicho and built in 1970, this is a multi-story building with a bar and other facilities. It’s best to include this location in your pilgrimage itinerary during the daytime on a sunny day. Shinjuku Kabukicho Atami Building ©NAVITIME JAPAN. 旅行ガイド 楽しい旅をサポートする、便利なお役立ち情報をお届けします。
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- Tokyo
- 11. February. 2020
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Save on sightseeing in Tokyo! Introducing the Tokyo Subway Ticket
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- Did you know that there's a special ticket that allows unlimited rides on all Toei Subway and Tokyo Metro lines? In this article, we'll introduce the Tokyo Subway Ticket, which allows you to explore Tokyo affordably. It's available as either a one, two, or three-day pass, ranging in price from 800 yen for 24 hours to 1,500 yen for 72 hours. What is the Tokyo Subway Ticket? The Tokyo Subway Ticket allows unlimited travel on all Toei Subway lines and all Tokyo Metro lines for the validity period of the ticket (24, 48, or 72 hours).In addition, it offers discounts at more than 350 sights and attractions around the city, including the Ueno Zoological Gardens, the Sumida Aquarium, and the National Museum of Western Art. Simply present your Tokyo Subway Ticket at the entrance counter to receive the discount. To check on participating locations, please visit the Tokyo Metro website at https://www.tokyometro.jp/en/ticket/travel/index.html. The Tokyo Subway Ticket is only available for tourists visiting Tokyo from outside of Japan or those residing beyond Tokyo’s seven prefectures (Tokyo, Kanagawa, Saitama, Chiba, Ibaraki, Tochigi, Gunma, and Yamanashi). Tokyo Metro Map Where to buy? Tokyo Subway Tickets can be purchased from local travel agencies as part of their travel packages, with details available on the official website at https://www.tokyometro.jp/en/ticket/travel/index.html. They can also be purchased at select hotels, Haneda Airport's International Terminal Visitor Information Center and Narita International Airport's Keisei Bus Ticket Counter, as well as some Tokyo Metro commuter pass counters, which will be the most convenient option for those arriving into Tokyo by Shinkansen and transferring to Metro service. Certain Yamada Denki stores, Bic Camera stores, and tourist information centers also sell Tokyo Subway Tickets. We recommend that you check the official website, as you can find the most convenient place to purchase the tickets based on your arrival location, the hotel you are staying at, or the places you intend on shopping.It's also possible to buy a Common One-day Ticket (900 yen) for use on Tokyo Metro and Toei Subway lines. Still, they are only valid until the last train on the day of use. In contrast, the Tokyo Subway Ticket is valid for 24, 48, or 72 hours from the time of purchase, rather than just a single day. This means that the Tokyo Subway Ticket is more economical for those taking their first trip in the afternoon or evening. Prices and types Tokyo Subway Tickets are available for 24, 48, or 72 hours, with both adult and children's fares available. Children are classified as 6-11 years of age, with those aged 12 or over required to purchase an adult ticket.・Tokyo Subway 24-hour Ticket: adults 800 yen/children 400 yen・Tokyo Subway 48-hour Ticket: adults 1,200 yen/children 600 yen・Tokyo Subway 72-hour Ticket: adults 1,500 yen/children 750 yen A recommended sightseeing route with the Tokyo Subway Ticket When you consider that the minimum fee for a standard ticket on the Tokyo Metro is 170 yen and 180 yen for the Toei Subway, you only have to ride five or more times to make it worth purchasing a Tokyo Subway Ticket. Also, you can take advantage of the various discounts offered at more than 350 sightseeing spots around Tokyo. For example, you'll benefit from a 200 yen discount on admission at Tokyo City View and can purchase original goods that aren’t for sale to non-ticket holders at the Ueno Zoological Gardens. To illustrate just how much you can save when using the Tokyo Subway Ticket, we’ll introduce a 24-hour recommended course. • Begin in Asakusa to eat your way around the Nakamise Shopping Street before heading to Asakusa Hanayashiki (where you’ll receive a 100 yen discount on entry) to ride Japan’s oldest rollercoaster. Asakusa Hanayashiki • Once you’ve built up an appetite, explore the seafood-filled halls of the Tsukiji Fish Market, then shop for souvenirs at the tourist-oriented stores. Many offer discounts to Tokyo Subway Ticket holders, including a 5% discount on Tamagoyaki at Tsukiji Shouro and an 8% discount on all products at Akiyama Shouten. Tsukiji Shouro also offers a 40 yen discount on purchases while Akiyama Shouten offers a 130 yen discount when purchasing 300 grams of Superb Shaving (No.10) bonito flakes. Tsukiji Fish Market Japan Travel by NAVITIME Train & Route Finder By using the Japan Travel by NAVITIME Train & Route Finder, and selecting ‘Tokyo Subway Ticket’ in the ‘Several Pass / Tickets selected’ menu, you can search exclusively for routes that are free to use for Tokyo Subway Ticket holders. Japan Travel by NAVITIME Train & Route Finder ©NAVITIME JAPAN. Travel Info Check out our travel tips to make your trip better!
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- Tokyo
- 17. January. 2020
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Tokyo Taxi: A perfect guide to using a taxi in Tokyo
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- Although Japan has an extensive bus and train network, there are many times you might want to take a taxi instead. First and foremost, it is the most convenient way of transportation and can be a life saver if you’re lost or get stuck after the last train or bus as left the station. This guide strives to give you all the information you need to use a taxi in Tokyo, from companies, fares and prices to even the use of apps to call a taxi straight to your curbside. ・starting fare is 410 yen for the first kilometer and 80 yen added for every 237 meters ・be sure to get on a licensed taxi and watch out for “shirotaku”, unlicensed illegal taxis・taxi drivers prefer to know the address of the destination in Japanese for accurate travel・There is a Uber but only available in limited areas Taxi companies in Tokyo There are popular taxi companies in Tokyo: NIHON KOTSU, Tokyo Musen, Tokyo MK, Hinomaru and more. All have the great services that Japan is known for and are licensed especially for public transport. In Japan, drivers must have a special license in order to become a taxi driver and also carry insurance. There are also a few individual taxies as well, but all are members of the tax association. Many taxi companies in tokyo However, there is a separate type of taxi called the “shirotaku” who are illegal taxi drivers that get their clientele through booking apps unapproved by the city they are driving in. Please be aware these people are not licensed and if something happens to you, there would be next to no insurance. You can spot illegal taxi drivers by their car plates, as legal taxi drivers use green plates or white plates with a green frame whereas illegal taxi drivers use the regular white ones. Another way to point out illegal taxi drivers are the ones who ask you if you want a ride. Japanese taxi drivers do not talk to people who are waiting for a taxi, instead they line up in the taxi queues. Unlicensed Taxis Taxi car types in Tokyo Japan’s most popular taxi car type is the Sedan type, though they are in the process of changing to taxies that use carburetor type engines. Because of the 2020 Olympics, the newer “JPN Taxi” is considered more convenient for the boom of tourism as they offer sliding doors rather than the usual outward opening doors and have a larger interior that makes them handicap accessible. Many taxi companies have already adopted this change, though there are other types of taxies out there as well, such as ones that are electric powered or minivans that can carry several passengers and multiple suitcases. JPN Taxi Using Uber in Tokyo Unlike its counterparts in other places in the world, Uber in Tokyo is more expensive and only services downtown Tokyo and is not well developed in rural areas. They are a little more luxurious than common taxies as they are roomier and you can call a limousine or large luxury vans to you. They can also be a bit cheaper at night when other taxi companies have a late-night surcharge, Uber does not. Uber Apps Uber luxury vans How to grab a Taxi Taxies can be found at taxi stands in front of stations and in front of commercial facilities. You can also grab a taxi on the move by raising your hand up in a slight waving position. Each taxi has a small, glowing LED sign on them that says whether or not they are free to take passengers. Here are the various marks you might find on taxies and what they mean. 空車：VACANT/Accepting passengers割増：Extra charge (extra surcharge due to late night/early morning)賃走：Occupied支払：Paying (current passenger is exiting so it will be vacant soon)迎車：Currently in route to a passenger, thus is not vacant回送：The taxi is done for the night and is no longer taking passengers How to explain your destination If you are taking a taxi in Japan, it’s best to show the address to them in Japanese. Although larger and more famous facilities and hotels can be recognizable to the every day taxi, it’s easier to just show the address in Japanese for all parties involved. Although Google Maps is the go-to for most foreign travelers, it’s easier to search your address in the Japan Travel by Navitime website as you can easily switch the address from your native tongue to Japanese to show the Japanese address to the driver. Search Change language A very useful phrase to know while showing your smartphone screen to the driver is “Koko ni ikitai desu” which translates to “I want to go here.” Show your smartphone Taxi fares and fees Taxi fares are metered and the starting fare is 410 yen for the first kilometer and 80 yen added for every 237 meters following.Other additional fees include the following:• If the speed is less than 10km/hr, it is 80 yen/90 seconds. Hence if there is a traffic jam, your taxi will be very expensive. • If your trip is between 22:00 and 5:00, you are charged 20% extra.• If you call a taxi to you, it is a 410 yen dispatch fee.• If you use the expressway, an additional fee will be added (tolls, etc). Usually the taxi driver will inform you of this.• Taxies to Haneda and Narita Airport have flat rates. - For example, Chiyoda-ku to Haneda Airport is 5600 yen during normal hours and 6800 yen if taken during late night/early morning hours (NIHON KOTSU) Example fees: Roppongi -> Shibuya 3.6km 1,210 yen (no extra charges apply) Asakusa -> Shinagawa 13.3km4,170 yen (no extra charges apply)You can check taxi fare calculator, Navitime. ※Japanese text only. How to make Payment Most taxi companies accept credit card, Suica (e-money) as well as cash. But some taxies can usually accept credit card, though will not accept e-money such as Suica or Pasmo. Payment Useful Apps Finding a taxi late at night can be no easy feat, even at taxi stands, so you might want to use a Japanese taxi dispatch app to get them to you. One such app is the “Japan Taxi” app that provides information and services in Japanese, English, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, and Korean. Please be reminded that there is a dispatch fee of 410 yen.They have online booking web site.Nihon Kotsu：http://www.nihon-kotsu.co.jp/en/ ©NAVITIME JAPAN. Travel Info Check out our travel tips to make your trip better!
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- Tokyo
- 17. January. 2020
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Suica and Pasmo：How to Refund IC Cards
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- Everyone’s traveling life is made easier by using one of the many e-money cards available in Japan, making it quick and painless to breeze through train station gates or make small purchases throughout the country. Of course, when you’re ready to go home, you’re going to want to get your balance refunded. While IC cards such as Suica and Pasmo can easily be purchased through a ticket vending machine, getting a refund is location specific and there are some rules. So to help you out, we’ll introduce the methods of refund and show you how it’s done. Which card do you have? Suica：JR East offices (Tokyo area)Pasmo：Offices for Tokyo Metro and most private lines (Tokyu, Toei, Keisei, Keikyu) in the Tokyo areaICOCA：JR West offices (Osaka / Kyoto area)While each card can be used between different train lines and payment systems (for example, Suica can be used where it says Pasmo), you can only get your money refunded from the office for that particular card. It also means that if you purchase a card in Tokyo but depart Japan from Osaka you won’t be able to get a refund because the operators are different. Also, Tokyo Monorail Suica and Rinkai Suica are not issued by JR East, so you need to contact the issuing company of each card directly if you want a refund. different types of IC cards If you purchased your Suica using Apple Pay, you need to complete the withdrawal procedure through the app, at which point your membership information will be deleted, along with your commuter pass. And keep in mind that Suica purchased using Apple Pay on an iPhone cannot be refunded if you don’t have a bank account in Japan.Read more :Welcome Suica - Japan Railway Prepaid IC card Refund Costs When you purchased your Suica card, you paid a 500 yen deposit, which was included in the total price. For example, if the remaining amount on your card is 1,000 yen, your repayment amount will be 780 yen (minus the 220 yen fee) plus your deposit of 500 yen. This brings it to a total of 1,280 yen that will be refunded. Pasmo cards don’t have any commission fee charged on refund, so you will receive your remaining balance, plus the 500 yen deposit charge in full. Other IC cards have different rules depending on the issuing company, so check with the station staff or on their relevant websites prior to purchase. Go to the office If you want to get a refund for your Suica card at a JR office, it’s clear as to where you should go as they are prominent in most major stations and the same place where you would redeem a Japan Rail Pass. Alternatively, there are also smaller JR offices at every station along the JR line. However, if you purchase a Suica card on a non-JR line (such as the Tokyo Monorail when coming from Haneda Airport), you’ll need to go to that specific line to get your refund. Suica cards are not refundable at Haneda Airport (as it’s not on a JR line) but can be refunded at the ticket office or using the refund machines at Narita Airport. You should also be aware that JR Monorail Suica and Rinkai Suica are not refundable on JR lines. It’s more confusing than it needs to be at this point in time, so just be aware. みどりの窓口（Ticket Office） Refund machine at Narita Airport Suica Refund If you don’t have time to get a refund Since you can only load each card with up to 10,000 yen each time, most people won’t have large balances left over at the end of their trip. Still, since you want to use the rest of the money on your card you have a lot of options to spend it.Nearly any convenience store in Japan accepts the cards for payment, so load up on interesting food and snacks for your trip, or to bring home for friends! You’ll also be able to use the cards in certain shops in the airport, so that could be the best option for you to unload that balance and return home with some interesting things.Of course, another great option is to just hold on to the card for your next trip to Japan! get some interesting food at convenience store with IC cards ©NAVITIME JAPAN. 旅游信息 查看我们的旅行提示，使您的旅行更好！
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- Tokyo
- 16. January. 2020
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Shibuya:The best currency exchange
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- As one of Tokyo’s most popular tourist spots, Shibuya is packed with currency exchange facilities, including banks, foreign exchange counters and money exchange machines. It’s one of the best places to exchange currency in Japan, with favorable exchange rates for Yen to Dollar, as well as a variety of other global currencies. If you’re looking to exchange money in Shibuya, this guide will introduce you to some of the major exchange offices and machines in the area and their opening hours, as well as which offer the best rates. NB: This information is current as of February 2019. Smart Exchange Situated in front of Hachiko Square and the famous green train of the Blue Frog Information Centre, this Smart Exchange machine is close to Shibuya Station and easy to find. It accepts a variety of currencies and offers instructions in Japanese, English, Korean and Chinese. Simply feed your notes into the machine and you will instantly receive your Japanese Yen. There are 12 currencies that are accepted at Smart Exchange machine, including US Dollars, British Pounds, New Taiwan Dollars, European Euros, Thai Baht, Chinese Yuan Renminbi, Hong Kong Dollars, Singapore Dollars, Indonesian Rupiah, Malaysian Ringgit, South Korean Won and Australian Dollars. Blue Frog Information Centre Blue Frog Information Centre Smart Exchange Money Exchange: Magnet by Shibuya 109 Situated just across the Shibuya Scramble from Shibuya Station, Magnet by Shibuya 109 is a popular fashion mall that also has a mechanical exchange machine. It’s located on the 1st floor and easy to find, with the shopping mall open from 11 am to 11 pm. As with most currency exchange machines, you can select your language of choice, then just feed the notes in that you want to change into Japanese Yen. But as with other currency exchange machines, the rate is not so good. It’s a convenient spot to exchange money if you’re shopping at Magnet by Shibuya 109 or dining in the fancy food court “Mag 7” on the seventh floor. Just don’t get it mixed up with the famous Shibuya 109 shopping mall! Magnet by Shibuya 109 exchange machines exchange machines Air Trip Exchange: Shibuya Center-gai Shopping Street Air Trip Exchange is a currency exchange counter that’s located conveniently on Shibuya Center-gai Shopping Street and relatively easy to find. It’s open from 11 am to 11 pm, so you can exchange money late at night, although the rate is not the best you can find in Shibuya. On the plus side, they do exchange a lot of different currencies and are planning on offering Bitcoin exchange services and online currency exchange in the future. In addition to US Dollars, Euros and Chinese Yuan, you can also exchange Australian Dollars, Canadian Dollars, Singapore Dollars and Great British Pounds. Hong Kong Dollars, New Taiwan Dollars, Thai Baht, Korean Won and Philippine Pesos are also accepted here. Shibuya Center-gai Air Trip Exchange Sakura Exchange: Shibuya Center-gai Shopping Street Sakura Exchange: Shibuya Center-gai Shopping StreetAnother place you can exchange money on Shibuya Center-gai Shopping Street is Sakura Exchange, which is easily identified by its bright yellow signboard. It’s situated in a multi-tenant building and strives to set itself apart by offering the most reasonably priced exchange services around. As a result, Sakura Exchange has some of the best rates you’ll probably find in Shibuya, with long opening hours from 11 am to 11 pm so you can exchange money when it suits you. Sakura Exchange accepts similar currencies to Air Trip Exchange, with the addition of Swedish Kroner and Indonesian Rupees. Their friendly staff are also happy to offer tourist information and there’s an on-site luggage storage service if you want to leave your suitcase while exploring Shibuya. Sakura Exchange Sakura Exchange Samurai Exchange: Shibuya Center-gai shop Samurai Exchange is hidden down a small alleyway off Shibuya Center-gai Shopping Street, with a large signboard indicating the way. While it’s not in the most convenient location (and you have to be aware when looking for it), Samurai Exchange offers some of the most favorable exchange rates in Shibuya, with 12 currencies and Bitcoin exchanged. Another advantage of changing your money here is that you can also leave your luggage while sightseeing and shopping in Shibuya. Need some tourist information? Their friendly staff are always willing to help with recommendations on what to do and can book restaurant reservations if needed. Samurai Exchange Samurai Exchange Daikokuya: Shibuya Center-gai shop This large pawnshop on Shibuya Center-gai Shopping Street has a currency exchange counter location on 2F near the street entrance. They accept 11 different currencies and offer competitive exchange rates, making it one of the best places to visit if you want to get the most for your money. In addition to currency exchange services, they also sell a range of cheap tickets to events across Tokyo and a variety of branded goods and electronics items. Daikokuya is just a short walk from Shibuya Station and open from 11 am to 7 pm daily. World Currency: Shibuya branch If you’re looking for the security of a bank-style currency exchange facility, head to World Currency on the 7th floor of the Daigai Building. It’s easily accessed from the Hachiko Exit of Shibuya Station and just a short walk across the pedestrian crossing outside. World Currency is one of the most famous networks of foreign exchange facilities in Japan and operated by a subsidiary of the Bank of Tokyo. While it supports a lot of currencies (19 at the time of writing), the rates are not as good as you can find elsewhere and you will need to bring your passport with you. Their opening hours are also limited, from 9 am to 7 pm Monday to Friday and from 11 am to 5 pm on weekends and public holidays. World Currency World Currency Travelex: Shibuya store at Miyamasuzaka Resona Bank Another secure option is the Travelex counter inside the Resona Bank on Miyamasuzaka Street, which is accessed from the northeast corner of Shibuya Station. Simply cross the street and you’ll end up on Miyamasuzaka. While their rates are not as good as other foreign currency exchange shops in Shibuya, they do support a wide variety of currencies and also traveler's cheques. If you’re part of the Travelex Rewards Program, then it’s also worth heading here. Keep in mind that their business hours are limited, with the bank open from 9 am to 7 pm Monday to Friday and 9 am to 5 pm on weekends. Travelex: Shibuya Travelex: Shibuya San Ticket: Shibuya Ekimae shop Just a three-minute walk from Shibuya Station, San Ticket foreign exchange branch offers competitive rates on a variety of different currencies. Simply walk towards Shibuya 109 and turn left at the Yoshinoya, then look for San Ticket’s bright yellow sign. Their rate is not the best in Shibuya but it’s not the worst either.In addition to currency exchange services, the shop sells cheap tickets to a variety of events around Japan, as well as gift cards and JR train tickets. You can also store your luggage here if you want to explore the area. San Ticket is open from 11 am to 7 pm Monday to Friday and from 10 am to 7 pm on weekends. Yoshinoya San Ticket MEGA Don Quijote Shibuya Honten Although it’s not technically a currency exchange house, the MEGA Don Quijote Shibuya Honten will accept payment in some foreign currencies and you’ll receive your change in Japanese Yen. It’s important to remember that you can only use the service if you’re making a purchase, with the maximum amount equivalent to 100,000 JPY. The MEGA Don Quijote Shibuya Honten will only accept notes (no coins) but the service is available 24 hours a day. You can check the current exchange rates at the register before your purchase, with US Dollars, Euros, Hong Kong Dollars, Chinese Yuan, New Taiwan Dollars, Korean Won and Thai Baht currently accepted. MEGA Don Quijote Shibuya Honten ©NAVITIME JAPAN. Travel Info Check out our travel tips to make your trip better!
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- Tokyo
- 15. January. 2020
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How to get to the Tokyo Big Sight 2020
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- Officially known as the Tokyo International Exhibition Center, the Tokyo Big Sight is an iconic convention and exhibition center in Tokyo. It’s the largest of its kind in Japan and is situated in the Ariake Minami district overlooking the waters of Tokyo Bay. It’s famed for its glass and titanium-paneled Conference Tower that resembles four inverted pyramids while also incorporating an East Exhibition Hall and West Exhibition Hall. About Tokyo Big Sight The Tokyo Big Sight regularly hosts large events and conventions, such as the “Comiket” each August and December, the Japan Hobby Show that takes place in April and the Tokyo Motor Show in October. But it’s also a tourist destination in its own right, with numerous cafes and restaurants where you can dine, as well as housing modern artworks by Emiko Kasahara, Claes Oldenburg and Coosje Van Bruggen. If you’re planning to visit this architectural icon during your stay in Tokyo, we’ve put together a guide for how to get to the Tokyo Big Sight using public transportation from destinations around Tokyo and the Kansai area. So whether you’re traveling from the Haneda and Narita airports or from the cities of Osaka and Fukuoka, we’ve got you covered. How to get to the Tokyo Big Sight from within Tokyo Traveling by train:Trains are the most convenient way of accessing the Tokyo Big Sight, with two stations located nearby Rinkai Line and Yurikamome Line. The Rinkai line is the easiest way to access the Tokyo Big Sight if you’re coming from Saitama, Chiba, Shibuya and Shinjuku, with the Kokusai-tenjijo Station the most convenient. It’s easy to switch to the JR line at Osaki and Oimachi Stations, as well as to the Tokyo Metro at Shinkiba Station. The Rinkai Line also offers a nonstop service with the JR Saikyo Line, so you can access the Tokyo Big Sight from Shinjuku or Ikebukuro without having to change trains.From the Kokusai-tenjijo Station, it’s just a seven-minute walk to the Tokyo Big Sight. However, keep in mind that there are long staircases and escalators before you reach the ticket gate, so allow at least 15 minutes. Once you leave the station, walk to the right and continue along the street until you reach the Tokyo Big Sight. Kokusai-tenjijo Station Walk to the right and continue along the street The Yurikamome Line The Yurikamome Line is a good option for people who are coming from Shimbashi Station on the Yamanote Line or Toyosu Station on the Yurakucho Line. Simply get off the train at the Tokyo Big Sight Station (renamed from International Exhibition Hall Main Gate Station as of March 16, 2019) and you’ll see the Tokyo Big Sight in front of you. It’s just three minutes’ walk from the station. If you are coming from Tokyo Station, then it’s recommended that you travel to Shimbashi and continue along the Yurikamome Line from there. Tokyo Big Sight Station Shinbashi Station Traveling by bus: It’s also possible to travel by bus from the Tokyo metropolitan area to the Big Sight, with metro buses and limousine shuttle buses available. When special events are held at the venue, temporary buses may also be utilized to enhance the efficiency in moving so many people. There are metropolitan Toei buses from Tokyo Station’s Yaesu Exit to the Big Sight, with the journey taking around 40 minutes. Buses also depart from Monzen-Nakacho Station to the Big Sight, stopping at Toyosu Station along the way. Tokyo Station’s Yaesu Exit Alternatively, you can take the Keihin Kyuko express bus from Yokohama Station to the Tokyo Big Sight, which takes around 50 minutes. It’s important to remember that bus travel times are more subject to change than train routes due to unexpected traffic conditions. So if you’re limited on time, it’s best to catch the train. Traveling by boat: Another option is to travel by water-bus to the Tokyo Big Sight, with regular services from the Sunrise Pier to Ariake South Passenger Terminal, which is just a few minutes’ walk from the convention center. While this is a scenic option, it’s also a slower route and doesn’t operate every day due to sea conditions. Always check the operating status before planning your trip and be aware that the water-bus doesn’t depart early in the morning, with services starting at 10 am.URL:https://www.suijobus.co.jp/en/cruise/bigsight/ Boat Station How to get to the Tokyo Big Sight from Narita Airport If you’re traveling by limousine bus from Narita Airport, there is no route that stops at the main “Tokyo Big Sight” bus stop. However, you can alight at “Hotel Sotetsu Grand Fresa Tokyo-bay Ariake”, which is just five minutes’ walk from the Tokyo Big Sight. The journey takes around 1 hour and 30 minutes and the fare costs 2,900 yen for adults (1,450 yen for children), which you can purchase onboard. Airport Limousine: https://www.limousinebus.co.jp/en/areas/bus_stop/nrt/shiba_rinkai/dep/51/It’s a direct and comfortable way to get there, although there are only six buses per day, so you need to carefully check the schedule. You don’t need a reservation for departures from Narita Airport but you they are required if you’re traveling in the opposite direction. Buses depart from bus stops number 1 and 10 at Narita Terminal 1 and bus stops 7 and 17 at Narita Terminal 2. How to get to the Tokyo Big Sight from Haneda Airport If you’re arriving at Haneda Airport, there are two different bus options for accessing the Tokyo Big Sight - the Airport Limousine Bus and the Keikyu Bus. The fare for both is 630 yen for adults and 320 yen for children, with the journey taking between 25 and 40 minutes. Airport Limousine Buses depart every hour from bus stops number 7 at both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2, as well as bus stop number 2 at the International Terminal. Airport Limousine Buses Ticket Counter How to get to the Tokyo Big Sight from the Kansai area (Osaka, Kyoto, Nagoya, Fukuoka) If you’re traveling to the Tokyo Big Sight from the Kansai area, it’s best to get the Shinkansen (bullet train) to Shinagawa Station from either Osaka, Kyoto, Nagoya or Fukuoka. From Shinagawa Station, you can transfer to Osaki Station by a JR train and alight at the Rinkai Line’s International Exhibition Station. · From Shin-Osaka Station Shin-Osaka Station → (Shinkansen) → Shinagawa Station → (JR Yamanote Line) → Osaki Station → (Rinkai Line) → International Exhibition Center Station → (Walk) → Tokyo Big Site Travel time: about 3 hours and 4 minutes Fare: 13,950 yen (free seat) · From Nagoya StationNagoya Station → (Shinkansen) → Shinagawa Station → (JR Yamanote Line) → Osaki Station → (Rinkai Line )→ International Exhibition Center Station → (Walk) → Tokyo Big Site Travel time: about 2 hours and 10 minutes Price: 10,630 yen (free seat) · From Hakata Station (Fukuoka)Hakata Station → (Shinkansen) → Shinagawa Station → (JR Yamanote Line) → Osaki Station → (Rinkai Line) → International Exhibition Hall Station → (Walk) → Tokyo Big Sight Travel time: about 5 hours and 30 minutes Price: 22,140 yen (free seat) [ Japan Route Finder & Calculator：To Tokyo Big Sight ] Official web：Japan Route Finder & Calculator ：To Tokyo Big Sight ©NAVITIME JAPAN. 事前にチェック！人気スポットへの行き方 写真付きの詳しい道案内や、検索に出てこないような便利な行き方を紹介します。
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- Tokyo
- 15. January. 2020
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11 common things to know about riding Japanese trains
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- In Tokyo and many other cities across Japan, people ride the trains every day. As they are a convenient way of accessing tourist spots, they’re also a popular way for visitors to get around. You might have heard that there is a certain etiquette associated with riding the trains in Japan, so in this article, we’ll explain some of the manners expected and common encounters you may have on Japanese trains. 1. Commuting during “rush hour” is best avoided Urban trains in Japan become very crowded during the daily rush hours, which are generally when commuters are going to work in the morning and coming home at the end of the day. If you’re traveling with a lot of large luggage, it’s best to avoid traveling during these periods as space is limited. Peak times are roughly from 7:00 am to 8:30 am and from 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm. “Rush Hour” 2. What are direct trains? To meet the demands of passengers traveling between the city center and outlying areas, there are direct trains available that connect the lines of multiple railway companies. This eliminates the inconvenience of having to change trains mid-journey and reduces the congestion experienced at terminal stations. While direct trains are convenient, the fares can be expensive as you are traveling on lines owned by different railway companies. For example, the Metro Fukutoshin Line and the Tokyu Toyoko Line can be ridden on direct train service from Shinjuku Sanchome Station to Yokohama Station, without having to change trains at Shibuya Station. If you have trouble finding direct trains, search Japan Travel by NAVITIME for transfer information. Direct trains 3. Do you need to exit the ticket gates even when you are transferring? The orange ticket gates often seen on the Tokyo Metro are for transfers only, so if you exit through here with a valid ticket or a coupon ticket, you will receive a transfer ticket. It’s also worth noting that any IC card can also be used here. If you are transferring from the Tokyo Metro to another railway company, such as JR, you will have to exit the ticket gate and re-enter the relevant ticket gates for your connecting service. Orange ticket gates 4. Your IC card balance cannot be negative! In some countries, it’s possible to use an IC card even when it has a negative balance. But this is not the case in Japan. If you don’t have enough money on the card, you won’t be able to exit the ticket gate and will need to top up your balance at one of the automatic charging machines installed near the gates. Automatic charging machines 5. Japanese trains are warm in winter! While winters in Japan can be very cold, the trains are always warm. You may even be lucky enough to have a heater at your feet! Heater 6. Do you need to push a button to open the doors? Most city trains have doors that open automatically when you arrive at the station. But in the countryside, you sometimes have to press a button beside the door to open and close it. This is because people don’t disembark and alight at every station (like in the city), and it helps to maintain a constant temperature inside the trains, rather than letting hot and cold air blow inside the carriages. So if you’re traveling in the countryside, be ready to push the door button! Push a button to open the doors. 7. Women who don’t like crowds can opt for the Women Only cars During the rush hours, trains in Japan become very packed and people have to stand in close contact with one another. To avoid the discomfort and harassment of women, “Women Only cars have been added to some services, depending on the time of day. In East Japan, they’re known as Josei Senyosha” while in West Japan they’re called Josei Senyo Sharyo”. So men should check the markings on the platform and be careful not to get into the wrong carriage! Women Only cars 8. What do you do if you drop something on the tracks? If you accidentally drop something on the train tracks, you may start to panic and press the emergency stop button. But this is only reserved for emergency situations that may cause a train accident or are related to human life. Instead, you can notify the station staff and they will assist you in retrieving your item from the tracks when it’s safe to do so. Emergency stop button 9. What are the main reasons for train delays? Japanese trains have a reputation for being on time, so you might be wondering what’s the cause of the delay if you do experience a late-arriving train. There are a variety of reasons why this might be the case, other than issues with the railway companies themselves. Long delays of 30 minutes or more may be caused by personal accidents, obstruction on the tracks and natural disasters, as well as animal interference or vehicle failures. Short delays of around 10 minutes are usually due to longer than normal boarding times, lost items on the track, and the reopening and closing of doors, or they might be caused by the sudden illness of railway staff and/or passengers. Train delays 10. There are many stairs! If you’re traveling by train in Tokyo, you’ll soon realize that there are hundreds (if not thousands) of stairs. But there’s no need to worry, as there are also escalators and elevators available for those who aren’t feeling fit or are carrying heavy luggage. Elevators are clearly indicated on station maps, so you can check here if you don’t want to take the stairs. There are many stairs! ©NAVITIME JAPAN. Travel Info Check out our travel tips to make your trip better!
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- Tokyo
- 11. January. 2020
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Collect locations and make plans with Japan Travel by Navitime app
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- When deciding to come to Japan at any time of year, one of the hardest choices to make is where to go. With the Japan Travel by Navitime app you can easily save locations and group them as individual collections, and then create detailed travel plans from those collections. This feature is particularly good if you know the types of places you would like to go but haven’t yet narrowed down your selection - like a week-long trip to the snow. There are so many ski resorts in Japan, it can be hard to decide which ones to go to as they all vary in size, accessibility, and difficulty of runs. During the research phase of my trip, once I found a ski resort that looked good, I searched for the location in the Japan Travel by Navitime app, and then added it to my custom ‘Ski Resorts’ collection. Create new plan Add spots to Collection On this trip to the snow, I have decided to stay around the Niigata area as there are a lot of large resorts within an hour or two drive, so if one resort gets a big dump of snow overnight we can drive there early the next day. My favourite resorts in this area are Shiga Kogen, Kagura and Naeba, Myoko Suginohara, Nozawa Onsen, and Hakuba. You can view the saved locations as a list, or by clicking on the map icon you can see where they are located relative to each other. Create a Collection Search and add spots See location on maps ©NAVITIME JAPAN. この記事のスポット apu Travel Info Check out our travel tips to make your trip better!
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- Tokyo
- 5. January. 2020
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Track the weather visually with the Japan Travel by Navitime weather layers
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- Weather forecasts predicting rain or storms in Japan can sometimes be difficult to understand; a lot of the time the chance of rain is written as a percentage (even on clear days it will often say 20%), without necessarily saying when it will rain. The constantly evolving Japan Travel by Navitime app has a new feature to overcome this, which displays a weather radar on the map, as well as showing amounts of snowfall, and the location of typhoons. In the map view, by clicking on the weather icon just below the compass on the top right, you will see a menu showing the weather layers available. You will then be presented with a menu titled ‘Map Selection’. Here you can choose which layer you would like to add to the map. Select the appropriate layer and click ‘Settings’ to return to the map screen. ©NAVITIME JAPAN. Travel Info Check out our travel tips to make your trip better!
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- Tokyo
- 5. January. 2020
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