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Video Guide
Lost Your Wallet in Japan? How to Report It and Get It Back
What do you do if you lose your wallet or phone in Japan, and how do you report it in Japanese?
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Where Do You Throw Away Trash in Japan?
Where can a tourist actually throw away trash in Japan, and how do you sort it correctly?
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How to Read Japanese Medicine Dosage Instructions
How do you know how much Japanese over-the-counter medicine to take, and how often?
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What to Do in an Earthquake in Japan (and What the Announcement Means)
What should you do if there is an earthquake while you are in Japan, and what are the announcements telling you?
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Can You Use a Japanese Onsen Without Staying Overnight?
Can you use a ryokan or hotel hot spring in Japan without booking a room?
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How to Read a Japanese Train and Bus Timetable
How do you read a Japanese train or bus timetable, and which column applies to today?
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One Day Subway Pass in Japan: Should You Buy One or Just Tap Your IC Card?
Should I buy a one day subway pass in Japan or just pay per ride with my IC card?
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Do Japanese Hotels Need Your Passport at Check-In?
Do Japanese hotels need to see and copy your passport when you check in?
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Why the Shinkansen Gate Wants Two Tickets (Fare Ticket and Tokkyuken)
Why do you need two tickets to ride the Shinkansen, and how do you put them through the gate?
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