http://www.essential-japan-guide.com/Japan-Guide-blog.html Essential Japan Guide Updates & News en-us japan guide Thu, 02 Oct 2008 01:07:17 GMT Thu, 02 Oct 2008 01:07:17 GMT essential-japan-guide.com http://www.essential-japan-guide.com/japan-travel.html The EJG Japan Travel Planning Guide is your one-stop resource for planning every aspect of your travel to Japan down to the last detail. Thu, 02 Oct 2008 01:07:17 GMT http://www.essential-japan-guide.com/japan-travel-guide.html How will you experience Japan? Check out the EJG's Japan travel guide to Japan's best sightseeing, destinations, activities and attractions. Wed, 01 Oct 2008 03:26:24 GMT http://www.essential-japan-guide.com/japanese-culture.html Discover the many dimensions of Japanese culture and customs, along with a wealth of info on Japanese holidays, festivals, fashions, and more! 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Sat, 02 Aug 2008 02:08:20 GMT http://www.essential-japan-guide.com/narita-express.html The JR Narita Express provides the fastest and most convenient transportation from Narita International Airport to Tokyo. Sun, 27 Jul 2008 01:54:55 GMT http://www.essential-japan-guide.com/shinkansen-bullet-trains.html Shinkansen bullet trains are the pinnacle of Japan rail travel, and offer a speedy and comfortable means of traveling throughout Japan. Sun, 27 Jul 2008 00:35:13 GMT http://www.essential-japan-guide.com/earthquakes-in-japan.html Essential information on earthquakes in Japan. Sat, 26 Jul 2008 13:32:34 GMT http://www.essential-japan-guide.com/taxis-in-japan.html Taxis in Japan are a convenient transportation option when you need to get somewhere in a hurry, or when you've missed the last train of the night! Sat, 19 Jul 2008 01:59:23 GMT http://www.essential-japan-guide.com/japan-rail-travel.html Japan rail travel is ultra-convenient, fun, and your best means of getting around and about in Japan. Tue, 15 Jul 2008 02:41:14 GMT http://www.essential-japan-guide.com/japan-transportation.html Wondering how to get around and about while in Japan? Our essential guide to Japan transportation lays out Japan's abundant and ultra-convenient transportation options. Tue, 08 Jul 2008 00:52:49 GMT http://www.essential-japan-guide.com/japan-lodging.html Your essential guide to Japan lodging options, including first-class luxury hotels, business hotels, youth hostels, traditional Japanese inns and resorts, capsule hotels, and love hotels. Fri, 04 Jul 2008 15:44:46 GMT http://www.essential-japan-guide.com/japan-manga-cafes.html Japan manga cafes are perfect for web surfing, enjoying Japanese comics, and even lodging on the cheap! 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Mon, 26 May 2008 17:42:34 GMT http://www.essential-japan-guide.com/japanese-ryokan.html Take a step back in time and stay at a Japanese Ryokan to experience traditional Japanese culture, hospitality and service at its finest. Sat, 24 May 2008 01:21:36 GMT http://www.essential-japan-guide.com/japan-youth-hostels.html Japan youth hostels are a fun, affordable way for the adventurous but yen-pinching traveler to explore Japan. Fri, 23 May 2008 02:29:24 GMT http://www.essential-japan-guide.com/japan-business-hotels.html Your essential guide to Japan business hotels, including a description of business hotels in Japan, price ranges, and leading hotels. Wed, 21 May 2008 02:42:40 GMT http://www.essential-japan-guide.com/japan-luxury-hotels.html Your essential guide to Japan luxury hotels, including an overview of hotel amenities and a list of luxury hotels in Tokyo and Japan's other major cities. Mon, 19 May 2008 02:26:40 GMT http://www.essential-japan-guide.com/japan-rail-pass.html Essential information on the JR Japan rail pass, including prices, how to purchase, and eligibility. Fri, 09 May 2008 16:37:40 GMT http://www.essential-japan-guide.com/japan-long-distance.html Essential information on how to call Japan long distance. Fri, 09 May 2008 16:36:12 GMT http://www.essential-japan-guide.com/japan-travel-tips.html Useful know-before-you-go Japan travel tips, including essential information on travel visas, currency, weather, Internet access, rail passes, cell phone rentals, and more. Fri, 09 May 2008 16:20:09 GMT http://www.essential-japan-guide.com/contact-us.html Contact Us Fri, 09 May 2008 15:05:25 GMT http://www.essential-japan-guide.com/japan-car-rental.html Essential information on Japan car rental, including requirements for rental, English-speaking rental agencies, and tips on renting a car in Japan. Thu, 08 May 2008 15:38:59 GMT http://www.essential-japan-guide.com/japanese-currency.html Essential Info on Japanese currency, including Japanese exchange rates and a Thu, 08 May 2008 15:38:59 GMT http://www.essential-japan-guide.com/japanese-eating-customs.html Essential info on Japanese eating customs, including Japanese tipping customs, pouring drinks in Japan, and how to use chopsticks. Thu, 08 May 2008 15:38:59 GMT http://www.essential-japan-guide.com/removing-shoes-in-japan.html Essential info on the custom of removing shoes in Japan when indoors. Thu, 08 May 2008 15:38:59 GMT http://www.essential-japan-guide.com/japanese-manners.html Essential info on unique Japanese manners and mannerisms. Thu, 08 May 2008 15:38:59 GMT http://www.essential-japan-guide.com/japanese-gift-giving.html Essential info on Japanese gift giving customs. Thu, 08 May 2008 15:38:59 GMT http://www.essential-japan-guide.com/japanese-bathing.html Essential info on Japanese bathing etiquette. Thu, 08 May 2008 15:38:59 GMT http://www.essential-japan-guide.com/airports-in-japan.html Essential guide to airports in Japan, including Narita International Airport and Kansai International Airport Thu, 08 May 2008 15:38:59 GMT http://www.essential-japan-guide.com/population-of-japan.html Essential information on the population of Japan. Thu, 08 May 2008 15:38:59 GMT http://www.essential-japan-guide.com/japanese-holidays.html Essential info on Japanese holidays, including the Japanese New Year and Golden Week. Thu, 08 May 2008 15:38:59 GMT http://www.essential-japan-guide.com/japan-islands.html Essential Information on the Japan islands. Thu, 08 May 2008 15:38:59 GMT