What should I do in Japan?

[PumpItUp]

First, learn how to read.
Second, don't get lost.
Third, BRING A MAP!!! (of Tokyo anyway)

When you go to Tokyo, I'd really suggest bringing a detaile map, and possibly someone who knows their way around. Tokyo is so big that the Japanese don't regard Tokyo as a city, but as a region, it's THAT big!

But once you get there, eat some unusual dishes (octopus/takoyaki, etc.), see some performances (Kabuki, JRock), visit some famous locales (Tokyo Tower, Fuji-san), and enjoy not getting lost.

 

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I don't know if this is in Tokyo, but if you're gonna go to Japan, definitely head on over to the Ghibli Museum if you're into Hayao Miyazaki flicks.

 

[Erana]

1. Make your gender very clear. 'cause apparently me in my androgenous leather jacket, jeans, and a hat make me a perfect target for those creeper maid fetishists. *is still scarred*
2. Go to the temples. Shut up. Don't tell me that's boring, just Go. And not just a little city shrine, either. Of course, bigger isn't always better, so just try and find somewhere beautiful. I can't remember the name of my favorite temple of the top of my head, I'll have to get back to you on that. But if its in bloom, the wisteria is beautiful.
3. Its night time that Tokyo comes alive, and is the most dangerous. You're not a foreign, teenage girl, so you prolly won't have to worry about it so much, but on the streets at night, dispite all the people, is not too safe.
4. Despite what I just said, it is fun to go watch the Tokyo Tower light up. =P
5. Don't be disappointed by the department stores. They aren't as delightful as you might think. But don't be disappointed if something isn't your size, they usually have only one, small, size on display. One shop I was in only had size four on display, much to the bewilderment of my companions.
6. Learn how to use a subway. You'll save yourself a lot of trouble.
7. Japan has some of the best Chinese food. In many ways, even better than from China itself.
8. Capsules are fun, but addictive. I saw someone blow 4500 yen on 'em...

But yeah, Japan is Awesome. Just don't be a bastard Gaijin, and you'll be fine.

 

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Oh yeah, read this. [http://www.japanator.com/elephant/post.phtml?pk=8719] It will save you from the culture shock.