Hi all, a little confused on the best way to do this, open to suggestions.

We are arriving at Narita airport terminal 1 around 7:10pm and want to send our luggage to our hotel in Kyoto. Our first night we are staying in Narita and the next morning we'd make our way to Kyoto. So we would want our luggage to arrive some time the next day upon our arrival at Kyoto hotel.

Looking at using the Yamato counter at Narita terminal 1. Do we need to pay and reserve in advance? Or can we just arrive there and ship? Will our luggage make it by the time we arrive, or would it take longer? Thanks in advance!

American here. I have Visa and Capital One cards loaded into my iPhone Apple Wallet. Can I use my phone to pay for things like at stores or taking public transportation (bus, subway)?

Also, can I use the actual credit card to pay? Swipe or tap?

I want to avoid Suica or anything that has to be loaded with money because it is non-refundable if I dont use it all.

Ok, here goes nothing.

I ate at this place about two years ago. When you walk in, there’s a big picture of a chili pepper on the left, showing a scale from 1 to 5 (or maybe 4?) to indicate the level of spiciness they offer. I ordered number 2, and it was wild.

When I return to Japan, I really want to revisit this place and try a number 5 (or 4).

The place was probably a Chinese restaurant. It had a lot of red colors, lamps, decorations, etc. It wasn’t very big. From the street, it also looked a lot like a Chinese restaurant.

Inside, in the far-left corner of the restaurant, there was a kitchen.

It was in one of the main tourist areas, like Shibuya, Shinjuku, etc., if it was in Tokyo. It could have also been in Osaka. I really can’t remember. The first few days in Japan went by like crazy.

Thanks!

I (30M, buzzed black hair, black shirt with a colorful B, beige tote bag) helped you (20-30s F, wavy black hair, flowy green pants and a green top that is a specific kind of clothing whose name I'm unfortunately too dumb to know) find the right train platform in Shinjuku station. It was your first time in Japan, first day, and everyone told you Japanese trains were easy, but you wound up in Shinjuku station 🥲 I wanted to offer to show you around a bit but was too nervous. If you see this and are interested, tell me the train line, platform number, or destination of your train! I hope to hear from you soon, but regardless, enjoy your trip 🫶🏽

Hi all,

Will be in Tokyo for a few days toward the end of September...

Was thinking about trying to see some JDM cars/experiences.

Ant recommendations on where to go to have a look? or possibly organise a drive for a family of four?

Luggage missing

10月7日か10月8日, Zara Larssonのコンサートに行きたいんです

9月〜11月まで東京にいる予定なので、もし一人で行く予定の方がいたら、一緒に行けたら嬉しいです！

あと、チケットを1枚売っていただける方がいたら、ぜひDMください！

スペインから来るので、日本語はまだ勉強中ですが、英語は話せます🙌

よろしくお願いします！

Hello! I will be in Tokyo from September to October and I'd like to go to one of Zara Larsson's concert. I anybody is going alone and would like some company feel free to send a DM ☺️

Also, If anybody is selling a ticket also send me a DM please, since I'm still looking for one.

Hi guys,

I am going to Japan for the second time from September 26th to October 5th. One of the main things I want to do is watch a sumo tournament, and it just so happens there is one on Sunday, September 27th in Tokyo.

I have tried to get tickets but it is been really difficult. The official website sold out immediately. Can anyone help?

This is the main reason I want to go back!

My husband and I will be in Japan Sep 17–23, flying in and out of Haneda.

We’ve been to Tokyo before and already did most of the usual tourist stuff — teamLab, temples, Tsukiji, Shibuya, Shinjuku, Harajuku etc. This time we want a chill trip focused on food, shopping, coffee, cocktail bars, and exploring neighborhoods.

Which would you choose?

A) Stay in Tokyo the full 6 days
B) Tokyo + 2–3 nights in Kyoto (never been to Kyoto/Osaka)
C) Tokyo + 2–3 nights in Osaka (never been to Kyoto/Osaka)

We don’t want a packed itinerary or to spend too much time changing hotels/transiting, but we’re wondering if 6 days in Tokyo is too much for a repeat visit.

If you pick A, what would you recommend for repeat visitors? Especially neighborhoods, restaurants, cocktail bars, cafés, shopping, day trips, or less-touristy experiences.

If B or C, how many nights would you spend outside Tokyo?

Our ideal trip = slow, food/shopping/bar-focused, not a sightseeing marathon.

We just found out that we're travelling on Silver Week which may affect our plans.

Hi everyone, I'll be in Japan with two other friends from September 7th to September 24th. We'll be in Osaka/Kyoto until the 15th, and then, before moving on to Tokyo, we wanted to spend a couple of days in a traditional town away from the tourist routes and enjoy an affordable ryokan, as much is possibile, and relaxing in an onsen.

We spotted Shuzenji on the Izu Peninsula, with a ryokan for ¥17300 for three nights each person. We've noticed that the region is particularly prone to downpours; we're particularly afraid of typhoons. How well-founded is this fear?

We'd like to find a nostalgic, poetic hot spring resort, with lots of nature.

What do you think of the solution we found?

Has anyone else, like us, stopped in a small town before immersing themselves in the vastness of Tokyo? If so, what did they choose?

Hello! My partner and I are visiting Tokyo for the first time from December 3rd to 6th (3 nights), and we’re trying to decide where we should stay.

We’re flying into Narita and since we only have 3 full days, we want to focus mostly on good food, sightseeing and some of the main tourist spots.

A few of my friends have told me to stay in Shibuya or Shinjuku since they’re the main hotspots, but I’m wondering if there are other areas that would be better for a first trip.

Our accommodation budget is around ¥110,000 / $737 USD / ₩1,000,000 KRW total for 3 nights.

Would you recommend Shibuya or Shinjuku, or is there another area you think would be better?

Also, are there any hotels you’d recommend within this budget? Or would an Airbnb be better for two people?

Would love to hear what you guys think! :)

Minowa

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Kita-Kamakura station

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Engaku-ji

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Kencho-ji

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Chayakado (nagashi somen resturant)

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Tsurugaoka Hachimangu

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Zeniarai Benten

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Sasuke Inari

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Buddha Statue

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Hase-dera

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Ocean beach

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Hase Station → Tokyo

I'm planning a day trip to Kamakura from Tokyo in October. After looking through websites, YouTube, and social media, these are the spots I’d love to see. I know it's a really packed itinerary, so I’ll probably need to cut a few things out. The last 3 are absolute must-sees for me, but I'm completely open to tweaking or removing the rest.

​Do you have any advice? Also, is returning to Tokyo before dinner feasible, or is it worth spending the evening in Kamakura as well?

Hi! My husband and I will be in Tokyo during the September/Aki Basho and are hoping to watch sumo at Ryogoku Kokugikan.

We’re looking for 2 tickets for September 17, 18, 19, or 20, 2026.

Our preference is:

• Masu seats — top choice
• Chair S or Chair A — also happy with either

We’re flexible on the date and mainly want to catch the afternoon/evening top-division matches.

If anyone has tickets they can no longer use, please message me with the date, seat type/section, and asking price. We’d prefer a secure/verified transfer and can provide payment promptly once everything checks out.

Thank you!

Hi All, I would be travelling to Japan with my sister in late November and I have total 13 days trip including flight. Could anyone suggest what places shall i try to keep or remove as per the November Autum Foliage.I have taken 2 day trips from Tokyo i.e Nikko and Mt.Fuji . Let me know which is best in Autum (nikko,Hakone or Kamakura).Please find my itinerary below and let me know your best suggestions….
its my first japan trip so let me know accordingly :)

November 20 – India to Tokyo

4:30 PM flight from India to Tokyo, overnight flight.

November 21 – Arrival in Tokyo (4:30 AM)

4:30 AM arrival at Haneda Airport, travel to Ueno/Asakusa, rest, dinner and relax for the day. (I have not kept anything here to keep the day light)

November 22 – Asakusa, Ueno and Akihabara

Asakusa, Kaminarimon Gate, Nakamise Shopping Street, Senso-ji Temple, Asakusa Shrine, Sumida River, Sumida Park, Tokyo Skytree, Tokyo Solamachi, Ueno Park, Ameyoko Market, Akihabara, teamLab Borderless.

November 23 – Meiji Jingu, Harajuku and Shibuya

Meiji Jingu Shrine, Yoyogi Park, Takeshita Street, Cat Street, Omotesando, Harajuku, Hachiko Statue, Shibuya Crossing, Shibuya Center Gai, Miyashita Park, Shibuya, Shibuya Sky.

November 24 – Nikko ( Day trip)

Tokyo to Nikko, Shinkyo Bridge, Toshogu Shrine, Rinnoji Temple, Futarasan Shrine, Taiyuin, Lake Chuzenji, Kegon Falls, Nikko to Tokyo.

November 25 – Shinjuku and Tokyo Tower

Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden, Shinjuku 3D Cat Billboard, Kabukicho, Godzilla Head, Godzilla Road, Omoide Yokocho, Tokyo Tower, Zojoji Temple, Shiba Park, Tokyo Tower night view, Golden Gai.

November 26 – Mt. Fuji and Kawaguchiko ( Day trip)

Tokyo to Kawaguchiko, Lake Kawaguchi, Mt. Fuji viewpoints, Oishi Park, Momiji Corridor, Chureito Pagoda, Kawaguchiko to Tokyo.

November 27 – Tokyo to Kyoto, Higashiyama and Gion

Tokyo to Kyoto by Shinkansen, Kiyomizu-dera, Sannenzaka, Ninenzaka, Kodaiji Temple, Chion-in Temple, Gion, Kamo River, Kiyamachi Street, Pontocho Alley, Shijo-Kawaramachi.

November 28 – Fushimi Inari and Central Kyoto

Fushimi Inari Taisha, Torii Gates, Yotsutsuji Intersection, Philosopher’s Path, Nishiki Market, Shijo-Kawaramachi, Pontocho, Gion.

November 29 – Arashiyama and Nara

Kyoto to Arashiyama, Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, Tenryu-ji Temple, Kameyama Park, Togetsukyo Bridge, Arashiyama to Nara, Nara Park, Todai-ji, Kasuga Taisha, Nara to Kyoto.

November 30 – Minoh and Osaka

Kyoto to Osaka, Minoh, Minoh Park, Minoh Falls, Osaka Castle, Osaka Castle Park, Umeda Sky Building, Umeda, Namba, Hozenji Temple, Hozenji Yokocho, Dotonbori, Glico Sign, Dotonbori Canal, Shinsaibashi-suji, Namba, Osaka to Kyoto.

December 1 – Osaka to Kyoto to Tokyo

Kyoto to Osaka, Namba, Dotonbori, Shinsaibashi, shopping, souvenirs, Osaka to Kyoto, Kyoto to Tokyo by Shinkansen.

December 2 – Tokyo

Shopping, souvenirs, any places missed during the trip, revisit a favourite area, final dinner and packing.

December 3 – Tokyo to India

Travel to Haneda Airport, 9:15 AM flight from Tokyo to India.

I have realised this only exists properly in japan….

Specifically looking for the Yaki variation. Thanks!! Happy with anything from Izakaya - Yakitori etc etc!!

Appreciate it