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Below are excerpts from two pages of the Pocket Traveler — Japan travel guide . Why would a traveler planning a trip to Japan find this information important ? Know Before You Go Japan is a group of islands to the east of the Asian continent in the Pacific Ocean . It has mountains , long coasts and beaches , and tropical forests . Best times to visit Though the Japanese spring is lovely due to the blossoming cherry trees , autumn ( Sept . -Oct . ) is ideal for foreign travelers since tourist sites arc less crowded . Some "Must-Sees " Tokyo : a cosmopolitan city with hi-tech neon-lit streets and great shopping . Kyoto : an ancient city filled with elegant gardens and traditional wooden homes and teahouses ofthe 1 8 "' and 1 9 "' centuries . Hokkaido and Sapporo : the Japanese alps — for great mountain views and skiing , located in central Japan . Mt . Fuji is a must-see for amateur and professional climbers alike . ( Seealsop . 37 ) Practical Information Visas : Citizens from the US , Canada , European Union and Australia do not need visas for a visit of less than 90 days . Citizens ofother countries usuall y require visas , Health Risks : None . Time : GMT + 9 hours . Electricity : 1 00 volts Currency : Yen Minimum Daily Budget : $ 65 Transportation : Japan is famous for its super-fast , clean trains ; all major cities have efficient and speedy subway systems ; car rental is very expensive ; boats and ferries are cheap and frequent . ( Seealsop . 32 ) 4 Which details about Japan would the following travelers find especially useful or necessary to know before going to Japan ? ? a tourist who plans to visit at least five different cities in 10 days ? a professional garden designer who is interested in artistic Japanese gardens ? a student who has saved about $ 800 for his trip 5 Find three facts that show differences between your country and Japan .
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