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Also called Grutto Pass, this is a very convenient QR code ticket that offers entrance tickets as well as discount vouchers for 101 museums and other facilities in the Tokyo area. What you need to know to use Grutto Pass Although the entrance fees are not […]

Welcome to Japan! How exciting that your studies have led you to live in this wonderful country. Japan is an amazing country to live in as a student with various benefits. In this article, I will give you an introduction to food culture and must-try foods […]

It is a common misconception that a trip to Japan has to be expensive. And yes, if you plan on catching a last-minute flight to Tokyo and staying in a five-star hotel, you will need to spend a decent amount of money. But, know that you […]

Today, we’re really excited to introduce you to Zolboo Dashmyagmar, Partnerships Lead, Asia, at what3words. Let’s learn more about her and what what3words is! First of all, thank you for your time Zolboo! Can you please introduce yourself and give us a little background? […]

For all travelers and especially women, Japan is a safe country and consistently ranks as one of  the countries with the lowest crime rate, world wide. We hear from many of our guests that Japan felt like one of the safest countries they’ve traveled to. People often fall sleep on the train, children in elementary school age take the subway by themselves… It’s not difficult to see that local people value public safety and order.

You have your tickets. You booked your flights. You’ve reserved your accommodations. You’re finally going to Japan for the Olympics. You and the rest of the world. Tokyo is always an amazingly busy city that can be totally overwhelming, and you had better believe that it will be insane during such an exciting, global event.

Are you are traveling to Japan and worried about the language barrier? Pocketalk could save your travel and make you feel like a local!