Japan was always going to be a big hit on the wallet, let alone after nine months of travelling with a crappy pound sterling. We had originally planned to stay for three weeks but hurried budgeting told us it would be prohibitively expensive. Reluctantly, we reduced our time to just eight days to spend in Tokyo and Kyoto with a commitment to go back when we were both earning again. These eight days however required more planning than the Queen Mother's funeral. For example, hotels. In most countries you simply find one in your budget and book it. Oh no, not in Japan. Firstly, ALL of them will be way beyond your budget. Secondly, what type of hotel do you choose? (do you know what a capsule hotel is? a love hotel? a semi double?) Thirdly,
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