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The Japlanning Guide to Sakura Season 2017
by Bryce Marley-Jarrett
It’s coming up to the most beautiful time of the year in Japan; no it isn’t Christmas, it’s Sakura season! This is Japan’s busiest season for both domestic and international tourists. Everyone flocks to see the stunning blooms on the cherry trees all over Japan while enjoying time with friends and family under the blossoms. From late March through to early May the trees bloom from Southern Japan to the most Northmost tip. Without further ado here is the ultimate guide to Sakura Season in Japan for 2017.
Sakura season is a magical time in Japan, from the first bloom till the last petal falls, the country is blanketed in a palette of pink and white hues, showing the world that spring has most definitely sprung. Throughout this time, Japanese people come together with friends and family to enjoy the natural beauty and flock to parks, and river banks filled with sakura trees, and relax under the trees with picnics and drinks and embrace the beauty.
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The Japlanning Guide to Sakura Season 2016
by Bryce Marley-Jarrett
It’s coming up to the most beautiful time of the year in Japan; Sakura season! This is Japan’s busiest season for both domestic and international tourists. Everyone flocks to see the stunning blooms on the Sakura trees all over Japan while enjoying time with friends and family under the blossoms. From late March through to early May the trees bloom from Southern Japan to the most North-most tip. Without further ado here is the ultimate guide to Sakura Season in Japan for 2016.
Sakura season is a magical time in Japan, from the first bloom till the last petal falls, the country is blanketed in a palette of pink and white hues, showing the world that spring has most definitely sprung. Throughout this time, Japanese people come together with friends and family to enjoy the natural beauty and flock to parks, and river banks filled with sakura trees, and relax under the trees with picnics and drinks and embrace the beauty.
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Getting Connected in Japan – 2016
Getting Connected in Japan – 2016
By Bryce Marley-Jarrett
We all try to stay connected when travelling abroad, more so than ever now. Finding the best option for you can sometimes be challenging with language barriers and spotty information when searching from home. Today we have our latest guide for 2016 on the state of providers and the best options for staying connected while travelling Japan.
Travelling has changed over the last decade. We all used to be disconnected, and the only way to talk to home was through a payphone or postcard. Today we are prone to be connected to our phones and the internet 24/7, and one of the first things we do when we land is try to get reconnected.
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Japlanning’s Holiday Guide 2016
by Bryce Marley-Jarrett
When Japlanning your trip to the land of the rising sun, one thing many people do not look into is when Japan observes public holidays, and the other big one: school holidays. Read our guide for the full list of 2016 public and school holidays in Japan!
As for many of us in the world, while we are in festive season, it inevitably means closures, as well as many people on holidays, and tourist attractions see increased visits and sky-high flight prices.
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Japlanning Tips - Shipping your Luggage in Japan
by Bryce Marley-Jarrett
Everyone hates getting to their destination, then realising “oh, I need to carry my luggage now to my hotel”. Well, in a place like Japan there is a better way! Today we are showing you the wonder that is shipping your luggage to your accommodation in Japan! It’s cheap, quick, and safe! So say sayonara to lugging your luggage when moving around on vacation!
One of the things travellers to Japan say on their return is how the Japanese have mastered conveniences in everyday life. From vending machines, to convenience stores everywhere, as well as the to-the-second promptness of their train networks; Japan has convenience down to a science, and arriving into the country, travelling around and leaving with your luggage is no exception.
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