After all the negative rumours and hype about Japan, the hostility of the people, impossible transport, expense of travelling and the massive language barrier difficulties, well, day 1 squashed these rumours in seconds. An exciting, refreshing and friendly country, Japan welcomed us. After our inital cash flow problems, we changed dollars into Yen. ATM had to be found in Post Offices to withdraw Yen. Everyone helped us to find our hotel, circling maps and pointing us in the right direction. Hostile people, I don't think so! Happy smiling cheerful people. We expereinced modern day Japan alongside with the traditional during our stay. Everywhere we looked was spotlessly clean, our rooms meticulously set out and even included a ladies wash kit. We stayed in business hotels which prooved cheaper than hostels and other local inns and guest
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