Travel
See Japan on $0 a Day
Posted on22. Jan, 2010 by Kirk.
We frequently hear from readers who are put off by Tokyo’s status as the world’s most expensive city. Because of the extreme cost involved many people fear that visiting Japan is one of those life goals that will never actually be achieved. Now, thanks to Google you can see Japan (all of it) for free. [...]
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How To Avoid Over-Crowded Trains
Posted on04. Jan, 2010 by Kassia.
Until you’ve been squished from all sides riding the subway in Tokyo during morning rush hour, you cannot say that you’ve truly experienced a crowded train. New Yorkers might complain, but we’ve never seen a subway car there packed to capacity. Helpful white-gloved attendants packing people into cars might seem like a cliche, until you’ve been shoved into the empty space created by two people exhaling simultaneously. Physical contact with your fellow passengers is unavoidable — leading to a growing problem with groping. [...]
