Asia
From temple towns and night markets to high mountains and island coasts, with the visas, transport and seasons that shape a trip.
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When to go
Seasons, weather, festivals and crowds, month by month.
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Entry and visas
Passports, visas, travel authorizations and border rules.
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Getting around
Trains, buses, ferries, driving and airport transfers.
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Money and costs
Daily budgets, cards and cash, tipping and typical prices.
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Practicalities
Plugs, phones, eSIMs, time zones and what to pack.
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Culture and customs
Etiquette, holidays, traditions and local history.
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Where to stay
Neighborhoods and areas, and how to choose a base.
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Itineraries
Routes and day-by-day plans for a few days or a few weeks.
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Things to do
Sights, museums, neighborhoods and day trips worth the time.
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Countries in Asia
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Getting around: Asia
Japan · Getting around
Getting From Kansai Airport to Kyoto and Osaka
Kansai International Airport (KIX) serves both Kyoto and Osaka.
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Japan · Getting around
Haneda Airport to Tokyo by Train, Bus, or Taxi
Haneda Airport is on the south side of Tokyo, and four options take you into the city: the Keikyu Line train, the Tokyo Monorail, the Airport Limousine bus, and a taxi.
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Japan · Getting around
Getting from Narita Airport to Tokyo
Narita Airport is about 60 kilometers east of central Tokyo. Most travelers choose one of four ways to reach the city: the Keisei Skyliner, the Narita Express, the Airport Limousine Bus, or a taxi.
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Japan · Getting around
Is the Japan Rail Pass Worth It?
The Japan Rail Pass is a prepaid ticket for unlimited rides on most JR trains, including many shinkansen (bullet trains), over a fixed number of consecutive days.
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Japan · Getting around
Getting Around Japan
Most independent trips in Japan combine three kinds of transport.
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Japan · Getting around
Getting Around Japan
Most independent trips in Japan combine three kinds of transport.
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