Planning my first trip to Japan in the next few months. I've read through a lot of the older threads but wanted to check if the info is still current.
My main questions:
- Best area to stay for easy access to the scene?
- Realistic daily budget?
- Any areas to avoid?
- How welcoming are the locals to foreign visitors?
I'm coming from Australia and have experience in Europe but this would be my first time in Japan.
Thanks for any help!
Japan — planning trip, need advice
Started by EuroExplorer · 5 Mar 2026 · 1928 views
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This matches my experience. Japan is great value.
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5 Mar 2026 at 21:35
Been going for years. The scene has improved recently.
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How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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6 Mar 2026 at 11:31
Excellent write-up. This is why this forum is the best resource out there.
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6 Mar 2026 at 12:12
Interesting take but I think you overpaid. Try going midweek next time.
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6 Mar 2026 at 13:12
Good info. I'd add that going during the week is much better — less crowded, better prices.
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Excellent write-up. This is why this forum is the best resource out there.
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7 Mar 2026 at 02:46
100% agree. The quality is hard to beat.
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7 Mar 2026 at 04:28
This matches my experience. Japan is underrated.
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+1 on this. Exactly my experience too. Great destination.
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7 Mar 2026 at 13:57
Good info. I'd add that going during the week is much better — less crowded, better prices.
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+1 on this. Exactly my experience too. Great destination.
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100% agree. The quality is hard to beat.
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Been going for years. The scene has stayed consistent.
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This matches my experience. Japan is underrated.
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This is outdated info IMO. Things have changed since the pandemic. Current prices are actually lower than what's described here.
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8 Mar 2026 at 21:51
What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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+1 on this. Exactly my experience too. Great destination.
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Excellent write-up. This is why this forum is the best resource out there.
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