How I did it: I visited Tokyo and Kyoto with my BF this summer for 7 days, and celebrated our birthdays there (they are 2 days apart). We both really wanted to see Japan, and knowing that it was an expensive country to visit, we managed to scrimp, save and borrow. Did Kyoto in 2 days (wished I had more time) and Tokyo in the other 5 days.

Lessons & tips: I know Japan IS expensive, but it is not as terribly expensive, sans the air ticket of course. Save some money and fly to Japan the first chance you get, if you stay in backpacking hostels, are willing to slum it a bit and avoid the pricey establishments, you will survive in Japan very well. :)

Resources: http://www.tokyometro.jp/global/en/travel/

Nov 14, 2009, 08:46AM PST | 0 comments | 2 cheers