Travel to Japan

Asakusa Shrine

Asakusa is one of the most photogenic shrines in Tokyo. The local area that surrounds the shrine has an extense variety of shopping opportunities for the visitors looking for that special souvenir. If you really want to experience Japan, then go to this shrine during a special event. We all know how populated the Tokyo region is. These events bring the locals as well as foreigns out in hords. When special events are not going on, this shrine is a very quiet, subdued place to visit. Enjoy!

Zaos Mountains

A one-hour drive from Sendai takes you to Mountain Zao, an impressive display of several age-old volcanoes. Near its summit, you can enjoy a relaxing walk around the Okama, a crater lake known for its ephemeral colors. Mountain Zao is also famous for the snow monsters (frost covered trees) that can be seen during the winter.

Sendai

Sendai is known throughout Japan as a modern city in harmony with nature. The city possesses beautiful scenery, such as the Hirose-gawa River that runs through central Sendai and the lush zelkova trees that line its streets. Greenery is especially abundant in the center of the city, which has tree-lined streets and parks. As a result, Sendai is called the “  .” Sendai has many universities and is also well-known as an academic city. Its universities and research institutes have been contributing to the development of the high-tech industry. Sendai also values history and culture. Many traditional events, such as the Sendai Tanabata Festival, continue to this day. The Sendai International Music Competition and the Johzenji Streetjazz Festival are also held in the city, along with many theatrical performances.

Chopsticks safety?

I know that the japanese culture it's really different from ours and I LOVE it for that, I love Japan but imagine my face when I came across this advertisment in a japanese restaurant.

I mean, I know I look kinda dummy, but it was really necessary? well don't answer that *lol* I can imagine my brother and his friends doing something that stupid creative.

So pay attention to the japanese bilboard and don't play with your food err chopsticks.  and remember to Burp before you eat I can't imagine why but they consider it good manners (they are an upside world lol)

Eat for less

Sure, a meal in Tokyo can easily set you back thousands of yen but it doesn't have to! Here are some quick tips to help you find delicious food for less yen.

1. If you're desperate for cheap food and don't want to eat at a restaurant then hit the local combini, or conveince store. Some major names are Family Mart or The Daily. They have packaged meals that can be heated upon request. You can also buy somewhat healthy snacks like onigiri (wrapped rice balls) for less than 100 yen. Meals like noodles or sushi can range from 200-700 yen.

2. Try to find street food. There is a lot of street food for sale in places like Harajuku (along the street just south of the station). This food is fresh and can be quite delicious. A box of noodles usually costs about 500 yen.

3. Eat at a cheap chain 'family' restaurant. Typical family restaurants include Johnathans and Dennys. They will often have menus with English as well. A main course can run from about 800 - 1600 yen. Service is friendly and prompt and of course no tip is necessary.

4. Take your chances at a local eatery. Look for places with a menu outside so you can check out the prices. Also, be aware that some restaurants charge 'sitting fees' or 'snack fees'. Be sure to ask in advance if there will be any extra charges. Have a great time trying new food!

J-LIST YAY!

J-List it's a wonderful toy box of things from Japan, with hundreds of Japanese magazines, photo books, manga, games, DVDs, toys, snacks, adult anime games, hentai videos, and more! No need to say that is every person like me's dream yay! here is the link so you can see what I want and get it for me *giggles* http://www.jlist.com/

Fukuoka

Fukuoka is Kyushu's largest and one of Japan's then most populated cities. Because of it closeness to the Asian Mainland, the city has been an important harbor for many centuries now and it was the chosen one by the Mongol invasion forces as their landing point in the 12th century.

But that's the past, in the present Fukuoka is the final result of the fusion of two cities in 1889 when Hakata and the former castle town of fukuoka were united into one city.The central district and the main railway station are still called Hakata.

Historical Kyoto

Kyoto used to be the Capital of Japan and the emperor's residence until 1868, now days it's the seventh largest city in the country with a population of 1.4 millon people and a much modern look.

Over the centuries the city was destroyed by many wars and fires but due to it's hitoric value Kyoto was not chosen as a target of air raids during World War II.

Countless temples, shrines and other historically priceless and unique structures still survive in the city and can be appreciate it by all the tourists who wants to be amazed by them.

Osaka

Osaka is Japan's third largest but second most important city. For many centuries it has been the economic powerhouse of the Kansai region.

I was known as Naniwa before the Nara Period, when the capital used to be moved with the reign of each new emperor. Naniwa was the first ever known capital of Japan.

A great place to visit or for bussiness, but not a quiet one. If you are looking to relax this could be the wrong destination for your trip.