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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 28 ส.ค. 2024
- These money saving tips will save you hundred of dollars in Japan!
1. Never take a taxi from the airport to the city
2. Arrive at Haneda airport in Tokyo
3. Pre-book your activities in advance!
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JR passes are expensive and aren’t always cheaper, you should plot your itinerary out and see if you’ll save money
Agreed, I got individual tickets for the Shinkansen from Tokyo to Kyoto, Suica card for Kyoto to Osaka and departed from Osaka which saved lots
She doesn’t know just threw in the usual travel guide tips on google into a video like majority of these “travel planners” do
@@stevegonzales527 Yeah and she added her promo code at the end 😂
From Narita in to Tokyo, we always take the airport limousine bus. The ticket counter is just outside baggage claim, and the buses are just outside from there. Once you get your bags outside, the bus staff loads them, and when you reach your hotel, the hotel staff takes over. Much more convenient than the Narita Express (train), especially when you’re traveling companion is in a wheelchair.
True!!
I never even checked for something like that, I put myself in agony using my crutches because I refused to travel with my wheelchair.
How long is the ride using the limousine bus? I usually just take the Keisei Skyliner from Narita to Ueno which takes about 45 minutes. it's 40 Minutes if you get off at Nippori. I like it because almost feels like you are on the Shinkansen, LOL.
Slightly more expensive than the train but far far cheaper than a taxi and also much much more convenient
Train is more like being middle of Japanese common scenery. Airport Limousine Bus is more for enjoying view transition from rural Narita area to Tokyo city.
$60 from hnd to city center doesnt sound too bad, esp when you just get there and you are tired with suitcases
There is a bus that is cheaper.
We got the train from Haneda to Shimbashi, it cost us like ¥450 and took like 20minutes. Absolutely no reason to be messing with expensive taxis. We did get a little disorientated coming out of the station, but we found the hotel in minutes because a wonderful gent took the time to show us the way ❤
Here’s the thing. Yea Haneda is a lot closer to downtown. However if you are flying in to Haneda and need to go through customs the line will most likely be significantly longer. Every time I fly into Haneda I end up waiting at least an hour in the line to get through customs. In some ways it is better to fly to Narita because I would rather have that extra time be in transit to the city than waiting in a massive line. If there is any time savings it is very minimal.
From Narita, you can also take the Keisei line which is even cheaper than the Narita Express, and depending where you're staying, can be quicker too.
As for flights, as much as I prefer Haneda, reality is there are way more international flights to Narita, and those tend to be cheaper. I'd pick a cheaper or more practical flight over a shorter transfer.
JRP was a good deal but after the price hike it is massively overpriced. Only worth it if you travel an awful lot, and spend more time on the train than actually sightseeing. Some of the regional passes can still be great value (JR West in particular), but unfortunately most also got a massive price hike.
Bro the Skyliner is really underrated
Great as always!!
Literally every other person says the JR pass isn’t worth it anymore, cus it’s not lol
It is if you're there to travel and not cope up inside your hotel room
I’m only getting the JR pass because I’m lazy… Don’t want to stand in line each time I need to book a Shinkansen. I’ll just pre book and have it all printed out for me by a JR employee and the rest is Suica/Pasmo. I want my vacation to be relaxing this just takes unnecessary stress off me. 👍
If price isn't an issue and prioritising convenience and time is at the top of your list, then the JR pass is an amazing option :)
Even if you don't meticulously preplan, the rail pass is worth it - at least it was for me. 😅
It just takes cost out of the equation - you can just go anywhere you like on a whim and don't have to think about if it is "worth it".
We got a free taxi ride to the hotel with our booking, so... sweet
Wow! Nothing beats free transport 😃 Was it provided by the hotel?
@@itsgracechin It was, I was super happy because it meant we didn't have to figure it out ourselves, and they said they'll be holding up a sign to signal to us, super cool
@@RealienceFr? If you don't mind can I ask what is the name of the hotel?.
I like your energy! Thanks looking forward to seeing more from your channel
Thank you! I’m glad you’re enjoying the content 🤗
@@itsgracechin hi Grace, sorry for interrupt. I want to ask, it is worth it using IC card or JR pass for public transportation in Japan? Thanks for your time
While some people are saying that the JR rail pass , because of the price increase isn't worth it, I'd much prefer to have it than not. Spending the money upfront leaves you free to travel without worrying about saving enough money for transportation. Roam the roads less traveled and explore smaller towns and meet more people and eat regional foods.
You don't travel without worry at all. the JRPass is NOT a one-pass-fits-all. You can still only use it on JR lines and busses that have a partnership. Time for you to worry about whether JRPass covers it at all, hah
Do not listened to this video. In October of last year the Japanese rail authorities increased the price of the JR Pass by 70%. It's simply not worth it anymore
It’s only worth it if you travel to a lot of places in a short amount of time. For me it wasn’t 😅
Rule of thumb for the one week pass:
If you are going Tokyo-Fukuoka (Hakata) or equivalent and back (with some stops in the middle), the pass is definitely worth it.
If you are going Tokyo-Hiroshima, it could be worth it depending on local trips, compare prices.
If you are only doing Tokyo-Kyoto-Osaka, buy individual tickets.
What is the best way to get from narita airport two Nagasaki? I wouldn't mind taking the Limousine bus if they have one to Nagasaki.
@1dagoods Consider flying to Kyushu, since you are at the airport. There is even one direct flight daily to Nagasaki, and lots of flights to Fukuoka (take the train from there).
@mx2000 Thank you for knowledgeable information. What airlines should I consider?
Hello from Saga Prefecture. Nice take
Is it difficult to use public transport when you can not read or speak japanese?
Not really. I just went for the first time a few weeks ago. Just make sure you have a physical or digital money card, like Suica to scan and pay the fare to get through the entrance gates. Google maps will tell you the best station and exactly which train/subway to get on. A lot of the signage in stations have English, but most importantly, each train line is color coded and has English abbreviation. For example, the JR Yamanote Line, is Bright green and reads "JY". The signs also have arrows nest to the listed lines to direct you to the platform. The hardest part imo is leaving the station out the correct/most efficient exit. Sometimes Google maps will tell you which exit to leave the station, but most of the time you just gotta figure it out. Despite that, All the exit signage is Yellow and usually says "Exit". So at worst, by the time you exit you just end up a bit farther from your destination and have to walk an extra few minutes.
No. I've traveled to Japan 8 times over the last several decades. Never had a problem navigating from Sasebo to Tokyo and on to Nasu Shiobara -- and all sorts of wonderful destinations in between. Just take a few minutes to figure the system out; it makes sense when you figure out some essentials. And virtually all signage and announcements are repeated in English. The Japanese are so adorably wonderful about including English. Go -- be polite and friendly and you will get politeness and friendliness back 10 times over.
thank you both so much for your detailed answers! it helped me gaining more confidence in traveling to japan. i can not wait to see this beautiful country and meet their beautiful people! and of course try out some crazy vending machines 😂
there's always english instruction, map and signs
It can be quite overwhelming at the start but if you do some research prior if you know which airport you're landing at and your destination. You can preplan your route and use google lens if you need to translate anything. The locals are also really friendly and helpful if you get lost or if you just need to ask for directions :)
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fly into haneda to save money😂
no you would lose money on the plane ticket
Just fly into Taiwan and swim to Okinawa ☝🏼🤓 you can save 70%
@@alfonsopayan09 By walking we can save 100%
@@alfonsopayan09or just stay home and save even more 👍🏻
haneeeeda
I took JR from Haneda to Asakusa with 2 luggage… it was one of the most embarrassing experiences because how crowded it was. The route passes through Shiodome/ Shimbashi, which is walking distance from Ginza, one of the most busiest area in Tokyo…
But I would do it again because I could save lots of money on it lol
That cat looks so real irl
Ikr! It’s so cute haha
i want to take the airport limousine bus but the haneda to ginza route doesn't exist anymore 😢😢
Great tips. Thank you.
What is the best and cheapest way to get from NRT airport to Nagasaki? I will be arriving March 31st- April 15th 1st wk in Nagasaki, then to Kurame Kita.
I personally recommend train if u are not tired or If u are extremely tired n able to handle abit of stress then I recommend bus...enjoy :)
Where is that place in the very beginning of the video with the cat on the large TV screen?
It’s in Shinjuku Tokyo 😊
Ive just bought a hotel through booking and i got taxi from the airport for free! I didnt know that the taxi was so expensive xd
Which hotel is this! 😱
@@itsgracechin It is paid for by the booking.
It's cheaper yes but if you have a couple of big suitcases then i'd rather take a taxi and spend a little more
Bus is way cheaper
will local trains cost more than bus
From Narita to Tokyo cost 1300 yen
The bus is cheaper but it'll be 30 mins slower than the NEX and traffic can be quite unpredictable. But at the end of the day, it depends if you prioritise cost or time! But if you have lots of luggages/ require wheel chair access then of course bus would be better :)
JR passes were great BEFORE the 70% price increase. Unless you're doing green car EVERY TIME it's a total scam rn
I totally agree, using the JR pass calculator would be helpful to see if it's worth it or not. If not, just go with the separate Shinkansen tics instead
@@itsgracechin I think I spent only about $230 (maybe less) on shinkansen tickets during my whole trip
that's a crazy accent, where are you from?
That's either a Singaporean or Malaysian accent. It's hard for Westerners/foreigners to understand.
Love her accent
I wonder if JR pass is a good idea for someone whos staying for 3 months?
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Your voice
You are so fine. Also the Express Bus from Narita is so vheap only 1300yen to Tokyo station
Get JR pass if it’s cheaper or just worth it over conscience and you have the money
Use the JR pass calculator to see if it’s worth it 😊
Pleaseee do not support any pet cafes! Only ones I would say are okay (do your research still) are cat and dog cafes that are focused on adopting them out to loving homes. Places like pig cafes, owls, raccoons, etc. are often abusive or don’t care for their well being. Do not give these places money.
I can travel narita to shinjuku in 1200 yen within 1 hour 30 mins
just tell everyone dont go to the city at all explore the rest out of the city.
not haneeda, but Ha-neh-da
Ok Ha neh daaaaaaa for future reference ❤️
You sound like robot , so cute
Which country is she from ?
JR pass often doesn’t save you money at all.
Using the JR pass calculator will be helpful to see if getting the JR pass is worth it for your trip
@@itsgracechin correct. For many instances local rail passes can be good too.
JR pass is way too expensive and not worth it.
Using the JR pass calculator will be helpful to see if getting the JR pass is worth it for your trip
200$😶😶whatt
no shit