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MrHoon *
Profile Blog Joined April 2008
10183 Posts
Last Edited: 2009-07-25 17:30:11
July 25 2009 17:13 GMT
#1
So yeah if you have read my previous thread, you would know that I was originally traveling to HANGKANG, but it turns out my girlfriend and I are going to be heading to Tokyo instead (OMGSORRY ALFFLA I VISIT NEXT TIEM).

So considering how TERRIBLE the economy is in Korea and how rich the japanese people are right now (DAMN YOUUUU), I was wondering how much money one should bring during a 2-4 day stay in japan? I am looking at $100 a day hotels right now on www.hotels.com, but then again I have no idea where it is exactly located (I checked the map but it does no good when I can't read japanese and I am totally oblivious to Japan).

Also, I don't understand a single bit of japanese except for a few Anime and Porn phrases. I have no idea how the japanese culture is, what they enjoy and what they speak.

So basically...

1) How does the Japanese Subway system work? A friend of mine said Transfering to other trains makes you pay alot more.
2) Japanese Cuisine? I love Sushi and the Japanese noodles but are there other things I should try out?
3) Do taxi drivers rip you off in Japan? I know for a fact all Asian Taxi drivers try to rip you off in everyway possible.
4) How useful is English in Japan?
5) Places I should visit?
6) Is 400 USD enough over a 4day period (excluding hotel)?

Answers to those questions would be mighty thankful guys!

ED: Added another question. Also can some mod fix title to "Traveling TO Tokyo"?

dats racist
konadora *
Profile Blog Joined February 2009
Singapore66161 Posts
Last Edited: 2009-07-25 17:24:34
July 25 2009 17:24 GMT
#2
1) For the subway, there's a map of the subway, complete with the price for traveling to that station. On this touch-screen interface, you click the appropriate price and pay for it, use the ticket and get to that station. Not that hard.

2) Anything that isn't commonplace in Korea. Or simply put, try EVERYTHING you can.

3) No.

4) I never used English, and my friends (who don't know Japanese) just pointed at stuff. No English, you can still survive.

5) I would visit Akihabara 24/7, but for the average folk, I don't know :p

I AM SO JEALOUS MISTERHOOOOOOOOOOON :<
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QuickStriker
Profile Blog Joined January 2009
United States3694 Posts
July 25 2009 17:26 GMT
#3
OMGGG, nice, Tokyo!!! I remember (well actually i don't remember at all) when my mom took me there as an infant (which is why I don't remember) but nice. Best of wishes and enjoyment to ya!!! POST PICS WHEN YOU RETURN!!!!!!
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IntoTheWow
Profile Blog Joined May 2004
is awesome32274 Posts
July 25 2009 17:29 GMT
#4
have fun and take pics!
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Hyde
Profile Blog Joined November 2007
Australia14568 Posts
Last Edited: 2009-07-25 17:34:41
July 25 2009 17:31 GMT
#5
It's been a while since I've been there but
1 - I can't remember exactly sorry, but it's colour coded, you may want to look up the rail system on the internet prior to going there so you know the places. It's not hard buying tickets, I fiddled around a bit and figured it out last time I went. My sister went not so long ago and she said if you're going to multiple places you can transfer your ticket or something, think you have 30 minutes before you have to pay for another one.
2 - Ramen is a must, also try katsudon, takoyaki, Japanese curry, they have these Japanese set meals you can have. Most restaurants have plastic food displayed outside to give you an idea of what they serve.
3. I don't think they rip you off, but I hear they are really expensive.
4. Very useful, I found alot of Japanese people spoke English (in Tokyo), enough to actually help you out. Although I think you should have some Japanese phrases written down, especially if you're going to buy stuff, eg. Kore wa ikura desu ka (how much is this).
5. Akihabara is your an anime fan, or you're looking to buy electronics, Ikebukuro has two of the largest department stores, depends what you want to do really. Shibuya is also good for shopping.
You can also go to Rippongi, that's like a tourist destination.
6. Probably would be enough, but you won't be eating anything too expensive. 400 over 4 days will limit you for sure, but you should be ok. Just watch what you are spending.

Have a safe trip, and yeah like everyone said take pictures!
Because when you left, Brood War was all spotlights and titans. Now, with the death of the big leagues, Brood War has moved to the basements and carparks. Now, Brood War is unlicensed brawls, lost teeth, and bloody fights for fistfulls of money - SirJolt
konadora *
Profile Blog Joined February 2009
Singapore66161 Posts
July 25 2009 17:31 GMT
#6
Oh, recommendations?

Go visit mani
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MrHoon *
Profile Blog Joined April 2008
10183 Posts
July 25 2009 17:31 GMT
#7
Yeah I'm pretty pumped up, I've only been to tokyo once, and that was when I was a kid (like QuickStriker)

I was always curious about Japan and this will be the perfect opportunity for me!
dats racist
alffla
Profile Blog Joined November 2005
Hong Kong20321 Posts
July 25 2009 17:36 GMT
#8
WTF
Graphicssavior[gm] : What is a “yawn” rape ;; Masumune - It was the year of the pig for those fucking defilers. Chill - A clinic you say? okum: SC without Korean yelling is like porn without sex. konamix: HAPPY BIRTHDAY MOMMY!
konadora *
Profile Blog Joined February 2009
Singapore66161 Posts
July 25 2009 17:36 GMT
#9
If you want to go for fashion and stuff, try Shibuya and Shinjuku.

A few useful phrases:
Douyatte koko ni ikimasu ka? - How do I go here?
Kore wa ikura desu ka? - How much is this?
Kore wo kudasai. - Please give me this (when ordering something or buying something)
Ima nanji desu ka? - What time is it now?

And in case you are interested:
Ecchi wo shimashou - Let's have sex
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MrHoon *
Profile Blog Joined April 2008
10183 Posts
July 25 2009 17:40 GMT
#10
On July 26 2009 02:36 alffla wrote:
WTF

I LUV U SRY D: PLZ FORGIV ME
On July 26 2009 02:36 konadora wrote:
If you want to go for fashion and stuff, try Shibuya and Shinjuku.

A few useful phrases:
Douyatte koko ni ikimasu ka? - How do I go here?
Kore wa ikura desu ka? - How much is this?
Kore wo kudasai. - Please give me this (when ordering something or buying something)
Ima nanji desu ka? - What time is it now?

And in case you are interested:
Ecchi wo shimashou - Let's have sex

mmm Shibuya~ I played TWEWY (lol)

I only know SUGOI DESU
dats racist
QuickStriker
Profile Blog Joined January 2009
United States3694 Posts
July 25 2009 17:41 GMT
#11
On July 26 2009 02:36 konadora wrote:
And in case you are interested:
Ecchi wo shimashou - Let's have sex


I LOL'D AT THIS, HAHAHA, omg, I need to memorize this the next time I go to Tokyo or Japan!
www.twitch.tv/KoreanUsher
thedeadhaji *
Profile Blog Joined January 2006
39489 Posts
July 25 2009 17:43 GMT
#12
On July 26 2009 02:13 MrHoon wrote:

So considering how TERRIBLE the economy is in Korea and how rich the japanese people are right now (DAMN YOUUUU), I was wondering how much money one should bring during a 2-4 day stay in japan?


FYI I think the Japanese economy is worse off than the Korean one b/c the Yen is so fucking strong and Japan is an export economy (think of the electronics + automobile industry I guess) so exports go down and the country is fuxxored.

[quote]

1) How does the Japanese Subway system work? A friend of mine said Transfering to other trains makes you pay alot more.

As long as you stay on the SUBWAY system transferring doesnt make you pay extra. If you change to the JR lines then you have to buy a new ticket, which would make you "pay more" i guess. But overall the trains ARE definitely expensive... T_T

2) Japanese Cuisine? I love Sushi and the Japanese noodles but are there other things I should try out?

Kaiseki is the most "traditional" of Japanese cuisines but in general it is MAD expensive esp if you eat at a very nice place. I guess it really just depends on what you want... GOOGLE GOGO

Personally I'd just go with mass raaaaaaaaameeennnnnnnn lol

3) Do taxi drivers rip you off in Japan? I know for a fact all Asian Taxi drivers try to rip you off in everyway possible.

highly highly highly highly doubt it. Most professional drivers I've seen anywhere.

4) How useful is English in Japan?

You can survive off of it if you're in Touristy areas and clerks at MAJOR insitutions (department stores, hotels, etc) will prolly speak it but w/e you dont really need japanese... just saunter about lol

5) Places I should visit?

Tokyo only right? No idea lol, again depends on what you're looking for. If you want "traditional" shit there's plenty even in Tokyo, but tbh china/korea/japan is all the same (well not really but you get the gist) you've prolly seen enough of it already to not really bother, maybe check out one, idk. Prolly just the regular Akiba / Shibuya / Shinjyuku / Harajyuku places and laugh at the retarded looking youngsters.

If you're going very soon there's a chance you'll bump into some festivals going on during the summer.

Just google for "japan travel" or "tokyo travel" or some BS website that'll show you shit, idk. All I ever do in Tokyo is sleep all day in a hotel, eat with pple and go shop for games ROFL.

6) Is 400 USD enough over a 4day period (excluding hotel)?

depends on what you eat and what you buy imo.
MrHoon *
Profile Blog Joined April 2008
10183 Posts
July 25 2009 17:43 GMT
#13
Huh I guess 400 USD was a bit too tight D:
Guess I'll pump in another 100-200...

Thanks so much Hyde, and I forgot about ramen and curry! I LOVE RAMEN AND CURRY
dats racist
konadora *
Profile Blog Joined February 2009
Singapore66161 Posts
July 25 2009 17:45 GMT
#14
On July 26 2009 02:40 MrHoon wrote:
Show nested quote +
On July 26 2009 02:36 alffla wrote:
WTF

I LUV U SRY D: PLZ FORGIV ME
Show nested quote +
On July 26 2009 02:36 konadora wrote:
If you want to go for fashion and stuff, try Shibuya and Shinjuku.

A few useful phrases:
Douyatte koko ni ikimasu ka? - How do I go here?
Kore wa ikura desu ka? - How much is this?
Kore wo kudasai. - Please give me this (when ordering something or buying something)
Ima nanji desu ka? - What time is it now?

And in case you are interested:
Ecchi wo shimashou - Let's have sex

mmm Shibuya~ I played TWEWY (lol)

I only know SUGOI DESU

SUGOI DESU!
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MrHoon *
Profile Blog Joined April 2008
10183 Posts
July 25 2009 17:48 GMT
#15
YES HAJI!
Huh. So I guess Korean Van Cab drivers are the only bastards.
And wow, guess my shitty economy knowledge owned me once again

Kaiseki... Ooo sounds awesome!

So basically Google = ANSWER TO EVERYTHING
dats racist
DJEtterStyle
Profile Blog Joined October 2003
United States2766 Posts
Last Edited: 2009-07-25 17:50:09
July 25 2009 17:49 GMT
#16
On July 26 2009 02:13 MrHoon wrote:
1) How does the Japanese Subway system work? A friend of mine said Transfering to other trains makes you pay alot more.
2) Japanese Cuisine? I love Sushi and the Japanese noodles but are there other things I should try out?
3) Do taxi drivers rip you off in Japan? I know for a fact all Asian Taxi drivers try to rip you off in everyway possible.
4) How useful is English in Japan?
5) Places I should visit?
6) Is 400 USD enough over a 4day period (excluding hotel)?

Answers to those questions would be mighty thankful guys!

ED: Added another question. Also can some mod fix title to "Traveling TO Tokyo"?

The subway is easy to figure out.

Go to a yakitori joint that serves Asahi. Enjoy.

No.

When I was there, English was extremely useful. Everyone spoke a few words.

Don't go to Roppongi. That place is hell on earth. Shibuya is the best mix of day and nightlife. If you can, go to Tsukiji in the early morning and try to make yourself scarce, lest the fishmongers yell at you.

Budget more. Tokyo is expensive.
konadora *
Profile Blog Joined February 2009
Singapore66161 Posts
July 25 2009 17:50 GMT
#17
oh btw mrhoon

400USD for 4 days is definitely not enough (for food and shopping purposes)

Put in another 200USD (if you are gonna eat and shop a lot. Trust me, you'll be spending more than you planned.)
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MrHoon *
Profile Blog Joined April 2008
10183 Posts
July 25 2009 17:51 GMT
#18
yesss! DJetterstyle and Haji both answered my thread!

NOW ONLY ONE MORE CERTAIN JAPANESE MEMBER

And yes yes I'll budget more :D
dats racist
DJEtterStyle
Profile Blog Joined October 2003
United States2766 Posts
July 25 2009 17:52 GMT
#19
Don't take any taxis, by the way. It cost me $50 to go less than five miles. You sit. In traffic. For. Ever. The subway is cheaper and probably faster.
konadora *
Profile Blog Joined February 2009
Singapore66161 Posts
July 25 2009 17:55 GMT
#20
On July 26 2009 02:51 MrHoon wrote:
yesss! DJetterstyle and Haji both answered my thread!

NOW ONLY ONE MORE CERTAIN JAPANESE MEMBER

And yes yes I'll budget more :D

what

you ignored me

=(
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