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Letters from Japan.
Blog posts about life in the Land of the Rising Sun

Personal experience of life in Japan

EXCURSION. Day trip to Kamakura, the old capital of Japan near the Pacific Ocean (BY CAR. 350 EUR)

I offer a one-day excursion by car to Kamakura, the old capital of Japan which is located near the Pacific Ocean.Kamakura is one of the most popular day trips. On your way to Kamakura you will not only see the famous Great Buddha Temple or the Hasedera Temple complex with its magnificent view of the Pacific Ocean but you can also visit Kamakura’s old town with its many shops or go to Enoshima island.

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Tokyo

Tokyo travel tips (Tokyo – 2 day itinerary)

If you decide to come to Japan, chances are good that your journey and introduction to the country of flowering sakura will start in Tokyo. Many friends, acquaintances and other travellers often ask me what I would recommend to see in Tokyo, how to arrange the sights and which route to take to make the most of their travel time.

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EXCURSION. Day trip to the mountain resort of Hakone with views of Mount Fuji (BY CAR. 400 EUR/group)

I suggest a day trip by car to the mountain resort of Hakone, with stunning views of Mount Fuji. On request a visit to the onsen at the hot springs with a great view of Lake Ashinoko can be arranged. Hakone is one of Japan’s most famous hot springs resorts and is located next to Mount Fuji. During the tour you will admire Mount Fuji from the observatory at Ashinoko Skyline. Later you will follow a mountain trail to Owakudani a volcanic area famous for its sulphurous smell and white smoke.

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Recommended tourist destinations

Tokyo and Kyoto are the most visited tourist destinations in Japan. But the Land of the Rising Sun has much more to offer than urban concrete jungles or thousands of temples. Japan is also home to traditional villages, untouched nature. Anyone from the chef to the CEO of the biggest company, from the retiree to the student, travellers with the most varied hobbies and leisure pursuits will find something to their heart’s.

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What to see in Tokyo

First to Japan I came back in 2003. I joke that I have been living in Japan practically since the last century. In this article, I will give you an overview of the main tourist attractions to visit in the Tokyo megapolis. The tips are intended to take into account a 2-day itinerary.

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What to see in Kyoto

Kyoto. Capital of capitals.The cradle of culture.City of a thousand temples. City of emperors. The heart and soul of Japan. The alpha and omega of the Land of the Rising Sun. Hundreds of epithets can be found about the old capital of Japan. But to put it very simply, if you have travelled in Japan and have not visited Kyoto, you have not been to the real Japan. In this article, I will look at the main tourist attractions to visit in Kyoto, the heart of Japan. The tips are designed to fit into a 2-day itinerary.

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Why travel together with a private guide?

01.

Long-standing experience

I have lived in Japan since almost the last century. Not only have I lived there, but I've also studied, worked for a huge corporation, and visited over a hundred schools in Tokyo. So my experience about Japan is multidimensional. Travelling with a guide who follows the news of the country day by day, who is interested in different areas, gives a whole new quality to the trip.

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Personalised travel plans

I have been to almost 30 of Japan's 47 prefectures. From Hokkaido in the north to the tropics in Okinawa I've travelled for both business and personal reasons. I've visited all the tourist hotspots and more in person.

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Possibility to travel by car

Tourist travel in Japan is usually limited to wherever fast trains (shinkanse) can take you. However, if you want to see a truly authentic Japan, travelling by car opens up other possibilities. I drive a Nissan Serena, so I can organise exclusive offers for four travellers.

04.

Reasonable pricing

Working as a tour guide was not and is not my main job, so I can offer excellent value for money based on my compentence. I just enjoy interacting with different people and sharing my knowledge.

Tips for first-time travellers to Japan

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I've lived in Japan since almost the last century. I came as an exchange student in the distant year of 2003. Later, I had the opportunity to study at two more universities in Tokyo. For five years I worked for one of the biggest corporations in Japan. I studied, taught others, worked, raised children and of course travelled. A lot of knowledge, a lot of fun stories that I want to share with you.
Andrius Geležauskas
Andrius Geležauskas

Japan trip descriptions. Places to visit in Japan.

Having lived in Japan for more than twenty years, I have explored the country through and through. I share with you my travel accounts. I hope you find some of the information useful if you decide to explore this beautiful country.

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