Walk in Crowds without Losing Your Mind
Crowds aren't your thing, but you still want to see those famous sights that everyone else is flocking to. Sometimes you just can't avoid...
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Jay Tee
Sep 30
How to 'Tip' Like a Japanese Person
In many Western cultures, tipping is a common practice to show appreciation for good service. However, in Japan, tipping is not a...
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Jay Tee
Sep 23
Cruise lines lie: This port isn't in Osaka City... and that one's not in Kyoto City, either!
I recently encountered a situation in a Facebook cruise group where a cruise company was trying to pass off a stop in Wakayama as being...
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Jay Tee
Sep 19
A Tattooed Person in Japan
In recent years, tattooing has become a popular form of personal expression for many people around the world. However, foreign tourists...
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Jay Tee
Aug 30
Are You Docking in Kobe or Osaka?
How do we get downtown? Is there a free shuttle? How do we get into the city? There is often terrible confusion and misinformation about...
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Jay Tee
Aug 30
Group Tour or Private Tour—Which is best?
When deciding between joining a large tour/cruise excursion or hiring your own private tour guide, it is important to weigh the pros and...
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