I'll be visiting Tokyo for the first time over the new year. I arrive on 12/30 and plan to return to the states on 1/06. Looking for suggestions on where to stay and what to do (I understand most shops and attractions will be closed on and around the new year).
posted by aladfar on Nov 9, 2009 - 8 answers

How widespread is free, open WiFi in Japan (Tokyo especially)? [more inside]
posted by teem on Nov 2, 2009 - 11 answers

US citizen seeks weekend adventure from Seoul to ?? Tokyo? Elsewhere? [more inside]
posted by FlamingBore on Sep 3, 2009 - 7 answers

Last minute Japan travel: after making an error with timing I need to arrange one-way travel from Tokyo to Kumamoto quite quickly. What are the cheapest options? I have looked into flights and trains (for the 17th of August) and both seem expensive (about £200-£250 a ticket). I am in the UK at the moment. Would it be worth waiting until we arrive in Japan? Perhaps trying to get last minute flights at the airport? [more inside]
posted by 0bvious on Aug 11, 2009 - 17 answers

How much spending money do I need for 10 days in Japan? And: help me eat vegetarian while I'm there. [more inside]
posted by Kirn on May 27, 2009 - 19 answers

Hotel or Ryokan (or both) in Tokyo for four nights in July? Which is it? [more inside]
posted by dubitable on May 10, 2009 - 17 answers

So I'm going to be going over to SE Asia for the first time in a couple weeks and I'd love some advice on where to go and what to do... [more inside]
posted by saul wright on Dec 15, 2008 - 11 answers

Should I spend two weeks in January in Japan or Thailand? [more inside]
posted by Dasein on Aug 28, 2008 - 12 answers

I'm moving to Tokyo for 3 months. What should I know (and bring) that they don't tell you in the books? [more inside]
posted by Around Tokyo on Aug 5, 2008 - 19 answers

Tokyo for a week in mid-September. What must I see and/or do? [more inside]
posted by gnutron on Jul 29, 2008 - 6 answers

Planning a trip to Tokyo/Kyoto towards the end of May and I'm looking for suggestions for great places to stay for two nights in Kyoto (inexpensive to moderately priced) as well as don't miss sights/restaurants in Tokyo and Kyoto. We will be there for about two weeks.
posted by mhaw on Apr 22, 2008 - 21 answers

Bookfilter: I'm chasing books, stories, novels that prominently feature either Tokyo or Vancouver as settings. Please no Lonely Planet / Pilot Guides... [more inside]
posted by lych on Mar 23, 2008 - 20 answers

One day layover in Tokyo, New Years Eve. Where to party? [more inside]
posted by afu on Dec 7, 2007 - 9 answers

The two of us are in Tokyo through November 8, being tourists. Are there any social opportunities for hanging out with other English-speakers (e.g. cheap organized tours, group outings for karaoke, etc.)? [more inside]
posted by cadge on Oct 31, 2007 - 4 answers

How can I find information (dates, location) about Design Week in Tokyo so that I can make my travel plans? [more inside]
posted by cadge on Mar 28, 2007 - 5 answers

I'm off to Tokyo in a few months and would love to read some interesting books about/set there before I go... [more inside]
posted by teststrip on Jan 15, 2007 - 17 answers

20-something woman wants to visit Japan for two weeks, alone. Doesn't speak Japanese (but can learn), has never visited Asia. Feasible? [more inside]
posted by cadge on Jan 8, 2007 - 31 answers

Tokyo (Shibuya) Love Hotel for Foreigners? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Dec 7, 2006 - 7 answers

I need to estimate and compare the expense of a two-week business trip to the following cities: Hong Kong, Tokyo, and Beijing. [more inside]
posted by nyu2 on Oct 31, 2006 - 5 answers

TokyoFilter: My hubs and I will have a long layover at the Narita/Tokyo airport on June 2. How can we spend our time? [more inside]
posted by Brittanie on Mar 9, 2006 - 13 answers

Meeting strangers in Tokyo [more inside]
posted by LongDrive on Dec 25, 2005 - 8 answers

I've decided to go on vacation this year and I'm in the early stages of planning it. My style is backpack/hostel/budget travel. Yes, I already know about Let's Go and Lonely Planet. I'll be leaving 9/2 and coming back the 14th. I've got my destinations narrowed to the following: Tokyo, Seoul, Hong Kong, or Moscow. Any experience/advice please.
posted by pieoverdone on Mar 18, 2005 - 5 answers

TokyoFilter: I'm spending three days in Tokyo just before Christmas. I've never been before and I doubt I'll ever get there again, so I want to see what's important and skip the tourist traps. Any tips (including pre-trip reading)? I'll be solo so I can do what I like.
posted by grahamwell on Nov 24, 2004 - 19 answers

Going to Japan with husband for a week in October. Don't speak Japanese, never been to Asia before, need ideas for itinerary. Help us avoid getting Lost in Translation? [more inside] [more inside]
posted by Asparagirl on Jul 16, 2004 - 14 answers

Questions about flying to Tokyo from London this summer (more inside) [more inside]
posted by derbs on May 26, 2004 - 3 answers