Japan Travel Resources

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These Japan travel resources include information about traveling, living and studying in Japan. Our Japan resources include links to travel articles. general information, getting to Japan, traveling around the country, weather information, hotels, restuarants, news and Japan culture.

Travel articles

• Memoirs of a Geisha - AmeriSpan's Sue Lavene reviews this recent biography-turned-motion picture movie.
• Japanese Spring Rolls - These crispy treats are easy to make and go nicely with a Japanese or other Asian meal.
• Bridging the Achievement Gap - Marlo Goldstein, Director of Academic Programs at AmeriSpan, recently attended two conferences focusing Latino issues in North Carolina, the state facing the highest percentage of growth in the latino community. She left the conferences informed and inspired.
• Before You Go, You Need To Know - Before traveling to a Spanish-speaking country, Ricardo González, Founder and CEO of Bilingual America offers a list of what you need to know.
• The Fruit and the Root - Is the life of a tree in the fruit or in the root? What does this have to do with learning Spanish? A LOT! If you want to understand "the root" of the issue, this article is a must read.
• The Power of Patterns - Forget about "tenses" and "conjugations!" - Ricardo González, Founder and CEO of Bilingual America tells us about a better way.
• The Four Secrets to Long Term Retention... - What you learn here has the potential to completely change your life! I have specifically applied these four secrets to the development of all Bilingual America Learning Courses. and have found over and over that students who follow these "Four Secrets To Long Term Retention" achieve outstanding results.
• Are Language Skills Enough? - Article on the importance of cross-cultural communication
• Tips for Traveling Inexpensively - These days, from the weak dollar to the outrageous airfares, traveling abroad may seem out of the question. We beg to differ! There are many ways you can travel that are budget-friendly. We’ve gathered together some of our favorite cheap travel tips to help you make your trip a reality!
• Save Money by Volunteering Abroad - Volunteer abroad to save money over traditional language programs and get an incredible immersion experience.
• Get an Edge in the Job Market - AmeriSpan's Business and Professional language programs can give you an edge in the job market and make your resume stand out.
• Learning a Language? Add Some Fun! -
• Discount: Get Into College or Graduate School - Save $150 if a college or graduate application resulted in a rejection or "wait listed" letter
• Discount: Save 10% on any AmeriSpan Spain program - AmeriSpan announced a 10% discount
• La Manzanilla Junior Immersion Homestay Movie - Watch a movie of a teen participant in La Manzanilla with his homestay family.
• Language Travel Magazine Star Awards - AmeriSpan Study Abroad was voted BEST AGENCY in NORTH AMERICA by language schools throughout the world.
• Don't Forget about Departure Tax when Studying Abroad! - When your study abroad trip is over, be prepared to pay a departure tax at the airport in certain countries.
• Study Abroad Money: How Much Cash to Carry - Our expert tips on how much cash to carry with you on your study abroad trip.
• Don't Forget Passports When Studying Abroad - Locating your birth certificate and getting your passport in order is a very important step in preparing to study abroad.
• Money Matters for Teenager Study Abroad - AmeriSpan's tips on what type of money your child should bring on their teenager study abroad trip.

General Information

• CIA World Fact Book: Japan - The U.S. Central Intelligence Agency’s Fact Book on Japan.

• Japan Consular Information Sheet - An official government site with Japan entry requirements, safety and security information, medical insurance, health information, and more.

• Maps of Japan - Includes city maps as well as country maps.

Getting There & Around

• The Japan Railways Group (JR) - This Japanese organization runs one of the best rail networks in the world.

Hotels & Restaurants

• Japan Hotels - This site is filled with hotel listings complete with pictures, directions and simple street maps, and a daily currency rate for Europe and the U.S. to calculate room charges.

• Lodging options - A multi-lingual site offering hotel listings and vacation rentals by area and their regional attractions.

• Tokyo Food Guide - A complete bilingual guide to Japanese cuisine and eating in Tokyo, with recipes, culinary travel tips, restaurant listings, and more.

• Restaurant Listing - A straightforward yet complete listing of restaurants searchable by region.

News & Culture

• Japanese Magazine - A quarterly magazine introducing modern Japan to people all over the world. Offered in multiple languages.

• Japanese News - A bilingual online newspaper.

• Kabuki for Everyone - This fascinating Japanese theatrical art is presented by a kabuki actor.

Travel & Tourism

• Lonely Planet: Destination Japan - A fun site that includes basic travel information, history, culture, attractions, and more for the independent traveler.

• An online travel reference - This site includes an online hotel booking, currency and time zone converters, language translator and general tips and information. They also offer the opportunity to submit your travel pictures and stories or view others’.

• Japan National Tourist Organization - “Your Gateway to Japan”: This invaluable website includes lots and lots of useful tourist information such as illustrated glimpses into Japan’s culture (a must see!), customs and lifestyle, how to eat Japanese style, practical travel guides with attractions maps and much more. A unique traveler’s gem!