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How Much to Budget for Your Trip to Japan

August 21, 2018/in Practical Tips /by Shawn Weldon

Knowing how much to budget for your trip to Japan can be challenging if you don’t know anything about the country. Most people I run into ask if Japan is expensive, and they are always surprised by my answer. Read more

Is There Tipping in Japan? How and When to Tip in Japan

August 10, 2018/in Practical Tips /by Shawn Weldon

Exceptional service is always included in the price. So how do you know when to tip in Japan? It’s actually quite easy, you don’t! Read more

How to Use Chopsticks

January 31, 2018/in Practical Tips /by Shawn Weldon

If you’re traveling to Japan, then you’re definitely going to want to learn how to use chopsticks. Unless you’re having dinner at a western-style restaurant, it’s very unlikely that the restaurant will have a fork, spoon or knife available. Once you know how to use chopsticks well, you’ll find that Read more

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Peter

“Shawn and Becki are very helpful with Japanese culture and how to maneuver around Japan.”

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Blythe

“Our trip to Japan with Becki and Shawn was absolutely amazing! Their knowledge of Japan and ability to speak the language made everything so much easier.”

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“I was able to see so much, cover so much ground and experience places I would not have even considered without Becki’s guidance. She is truly an expert on the country and culture! It’s a magical place.”

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