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• Where can I find information regarding Japan's best sights?
  
• Do I need to pay or register in order to use your website?
  
• Does Japan make a popular destination?
  
• What are the best seasons to travel to Japan?
  
• What is the most important holiday in Japan and is it advised to visit during it?
  
• What currency is used in Japan?
  
• What is the best way to exchange money in Japan?
  
• Do Japanese People Speak Good English?
  
• What is Japan's price range?
  
• How can I learn more about your site?
  
  
  
  
• Where can I find information regarding Japan's best sights?
  On out site we collected information of sightseeing, temples and museums regarding 10 of Japan's major cities. We also added links to other relevant tourist websites that night help you to learn more.
  
  
• Do I need to pay or register in order to use your website?
  The information and tips offered on TourJapan.com are all FREE of charge. If you like to use our travelling arrangement services you may do so, but you don't need to register or pay in order to visit the site and view its data.
  
  
• Does Japan makes a popular destination?
  Japan is an extremely popular destination for tourists and travelers. It combines the magical Orient and exotic Asian culture with modern cities and first-world travelling conditions. It has temples, museums and Palaces alongside with high-quality hotels and restaurants.
  
  
• What are the best seasons to travel to Japan?
  The weather in Japan varies throughout the country depending on the geographical and topographical area. On Honshu west coast, the winters are snowy and chilly. In Hokkaido, the winters are long and at times extremely cold and the summers are pleasant. Seto Inland Sea region is has a constantly mild weather. Cities on the Pacific coast have cold winters and hot, humid summers. The Southern Ryukyu islands are of subtropical climate with warmish winters and incredibly hot summers. Therefore, a wise traveler must not look for the so called "right time to travel" to Japan, but will instead choose where to go and see which areas of Japan make reasonable destinations.
  
  
• What is the most important holiday in Japan and is it advised to visit during it?
  There are many holidays and festivals in Japan, but the most important of all is the Japanese New Year which takes place at January 1st. It includes many customs and traditions, but unlike the Western World, in Japan the New Year is primarily a family holiday and a private celebration. Travelling in the country during this holiday can be difficult because many services are unavailable and many businesses are closed.
  
  
• What currency is used in Japan?
  The Japanese use the Yen.
  
  
• What is the best way to exchange money in Japan?
  Many businesses in Japanese, including at times hotels, do not accept credit cards and you need to have plenty of cash ready. Most ATMs don't work with International cards, but there are many international banks like Citibank. The postal service's ATMs will accept international cards, but they are only available during the postal office's work hours.
  
  
• Do Japanese Speak Good English?
  Most Japanese people, especially the young ones, know enough English to communicate. However, many will speak it badly or will forget what they know when you address them. As always when travelling to a foreign country, come armed with patience and all will be well. Most public services like trains or banks will always have at least one reprehensive who is fluent in English.
  
  
• What is Japan's price range?
  Japan is not a cheap country. Accommodation and traveling can be quite expensive, but there are many ways to travel economically. Use the Tourist Information Center (TIC) in the big Japanese cities or try to learn more and compare prices through the internet before you go.
  
  
• How can I learn more about your site?
  Try the About TourJapan.com for more details.