10 things to keep in mind when visiting TOKYO

1. It’s very safe there. You don’t have to worry about pick pockets or being cheated out of money anywhere.
2. You will be pushed on the train. Dont get angry…there are 13 million people in this city and everyone has places to be. Dont get angry laugh it off.
3. Make sure you buy a Suica card to avoid having to buy multiple train tickets. It cost 500 yen (about $5) and is rechargeable. When you leave you can return it and get your 500 yen. Don’t talk or eat on the train.
4. Most people know some English, but everyone is very shy and may not help. Learn a little of Japanese or have someone write some phrases for you.
5. Taxis are really expensive. Take the train.
6. No tipping. Everyone makes a decent salary so tipping isn’t allowed. I got chased down once for giving a 30 cent tip.
7. When you’re on a budget the convenient stores (7-11, Family Mart, Lawson) are your friends. The food is inexpensive and delicious. Oh and they are open 24 hours and EVERYWHERE!
8. Masks. You will see lots of people with masks. Dont be alarmed. When you’re sick in Japan you wear mask so that you don’t share your germs with people. They are very considerate.
9. No littering. There aren’t many garbage cans in public places. Most people carry their trash in their bags until they find a garbage can. Once you find one, there may be many slots…they recycle very differently here.
10. Paper towels rarely exist in public bathrooms. There are either hand dryers or you bring your own hand towel. They sell them everywhere. There’s such a hand towel market here that most high end designers have designed hand towels.

Live, Love, Travel!

LMJ

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