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Seasons5 min readJune: the rainy season and hydrangea walksJune is the rainy season in most of Japan. Learn how to plan rainy days, where hydrangea blooms near Kamakura and how to keep the trip dry and enjoyable.Practical5 min readGetting to Kinkaku-ji without a taxi: buses and walkingKinkaku-ji is best reached by city bus, not by taxi. Here is how to plan the bus, board and pay, and when a walk makes sense.Seasons6 min readKyoto in November: leaves, lights and late crowdsNovember is a strong month for Kyoto's leaves and evening lights. Learn how to plan the busy days, the cold evenings and the crowds at the best spots.Practical5 min readSend your bags ahead to the hotelSending luggage ahead lets you travel light between cities. Learn the options, the labels to use and the items to keep with you.Seasons5 min readMarch: early blossom in Tokyo and KyotoMarch can bring the first cherry blossom in Tokyo and Kyoto. Learn when to expect it, how to avoid the crowds and what to pack for cool evenings.Seasons5 min readMay: mild weather and the spring festival seasonMay brings mild weather, green parks and spring festivals to Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka. Learn what to expect and how to pick the right days for a relaxed trip.Practical4 min readStaying near Osaka Bay: is it a good base?Should you stay near Osaka Bay? This guide compares the bay with the city centre, so you can choose a base for theme park days, families and short trips.Seasons4 min readOsaka Castle Park in cherry blossom seasonOsaka Castle Park is a good place to see cherry blossom in spring. Here is how to plan a visit in March or April, with a picnic, a walk and a forecast check.Seasons5 min readPick your month: Japan through the seasonsEach season in Japan suits different plans. Compare spring, rainy season, summer, autumn and winter, then choose the month that fits what you want to see.Practical4 min readPower outlets, adapters and power banks in JapanJapan uses its own plug type and a different voltage. Learn what to bring, what to check on your devices and how to carry a power bank on a flight.Seasons5 min readReading a sakura forecast before you bookCherry blossom forecasts change often. Learn the difference between first bloom and full bloom, when forecasts appear and how to book with flexible plans.Practical5 min readRoppongi at night: how to stay safe and smartRoppongi is busy after dark. Learn how to handle street touts, check a bill before you pay, get home safely and enjoy the area with good manners.

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