Questions about Japan.

Question

Yeah, so I know I should've asked earlier but I couldn't find the time lol

So I'm heading out to Japan tomorrow night and I want to know some things..like..

What should I avoid in Tokyo? Like the food, shopping, etc. I hear the brand names there are more expensive than the states.

What should I wear to Mount Fuji? Are flats, long sleeve hoodie, shorts alright? What is a must do/should I avoid there?

What's the weather in Osaka & Kyoto like?

Answer 1

There are ALWAYS ways to be thrifty in Japan. I spent two weeks in Tokyo on less than 5 USD a lunch; with so many ramen-ya and vending machines it's easy to save on food. The most expensive thing will probably be train fares-- it can cost a good 15 USD to get from the suburbs of Tokyo to Shinjuku and back. I don't think there's any way you can still get a JR pass (you need to buy it before you arrive) but it's something to keep in mind for next time.

p.s. fruit and produce can be a lot more expensive there than in the US, but there are always certain markets that will give you a bargain.

Answer 2

Mount Fuji is a real mountain, not just a stroll in the park!  Hiking shoes or at least sturdy sneakers are a must.

As for the weather in Osaka/Kyoto, right now it`s too d**n hot and humid.  Lately it`s been cooling off a bit later in the evenings, but in the daytime whenever I go out I`m almost instantly sweaty and gross.  Yuck!  

Answer 3

Q1: Tokyo is a huge sprawling city, like NYC. . .except safer and cleaner.  So what to avoid. . .anything that is illegal. Gangsters, gambling, drugs!

Before you go in a restaurant, ask to look at the menu first to check prices. It might be more expensive than you think.

Q2: Have you gone on a hardcore hike in the US? Same deal. The clothing sounds okay, depends on whether you'll spend the night at the summit or not. I would wear athletic shoes or hiking boots. Fuji is a volcanic mountain and the earth is nothing but crumbly volcanic rock (think of hiking on the moon). So you'll need to be able to get a firm foothold. Also take sunscreen and sunglasses to Mt Fuji, even if it is cloudy. Must: take photos, buy souvenir. Avoid: falling off the edge of a cliff, getting sunburned, getting dehydrated, getting lost!!

Q3: Same as Tokyo at this time of year. Of course it might be sunny in Tokyo, rainy in Kyoto, who knows. But temp-wise there's won't be a huge difference.

Some might say Kyoto is steamier, on the other hand, there are more paved surfaces in Tokyo, so that raises the temp.  

Answer 4

In Tokyo if you dont want to spend alot then avoid Ginza and Shibuya District.