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Next-Level Japan Travel: Insider Advice for Experienced Adventurers

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These days, many people are embarking on trips to Japan. Japan is an overseas destination that keeps coming to mind, even after multiple visits. For those who have traveled to Japan several times, here are some tips you may have heard about Japanese travel.

Japanese convenience store bento boxes are famous for being delicious and offering great value for money. However, locals also prefer bento boxes from supermarkets. Made fresh daily, they boast better freshness and are generally more affordable than convenience store options. With a wide variety available, there’s something to suit every taste.

Popular supermarkets in Japan include Aeon Mall and Seiyu, among others. You can easily find nearby supermarkets by searching “supermarket” on Google Maps. Supermarket bento boxes are perfect for a budget-friendly meal solution, offering tasty options and high satisfaction.

In the city centers of Tokyo or Osaka, most bathhouses are not sourced from natural hot springs. Still, they are known as sento, public bathhouses that utilize tap water that is heated to simulate the hot spring experience. For an authentic Japanese hot spring encounter, it is advisable to venture to onsen towns situated outside the urban areas.

Bathhouses found within city centers often constitute mixed-use complexes referred to as Spa Sentos, where tap water and hot spring water are utilized interchangeably. To fully immerse oneself in Japan’s genuine hot spring ambiance, it is recommended to journey to the outskirts. Here, you can relish authentic relaxation by lodging at a traditional Japanese inn called a ryokan.

When traveling to Japan, it’s essential to have a coin purse handy. Many places in Japan still predominantly accept cash payments, necessitating the need to carry local currency. However, managing coins can be challenging even with a coin purse, as they tend to get mixed up. Therefore, seasoned travelers often opt for a compartmentalized pillbox, available at Daiso, to separate coins by denomination for easier handling while on the go.

When expressing gratitude in Japan, it’s advisable to use “Arigato Gozaimasu” or “Sumimasen Arigato Gozaimasu” instead of just “Arigato.” While “Arigato” is suitable for informal situations among close acquaintances, it may be overly casual when used with someone you’ve just met.

Especially when showing appreciation to individuals you’ve encountered for the first time during your travels in Japan, adding “Sumimasen” is a nice touch. Not only does it make the listener feel appreciated, but it also allows the speaker to convey a more profound sense of gratitude.

Japan is a country where culinary trends evolve at a slower pace than Korea and where artisan culture thrives. Many skilled artisans, renowned for their culinary expertise, can be found in neighborhoods adjacent to bustling city centers rather than in the city’s heart.

We recommend using Google Maps to discover local eateries with favorable reviews from residents. Targeting establishments where Japanese locals are lining up is a good strategy. Simply because a place is famous doesn’t guarantee an exceptional dining experience, so it’s best not to wait in long lines only to be disappointed by the food.

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