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I have long wanted to go to Japan, but I am afraid it is not in my cards. What are you most nostalgic about?
by dr_kiszonka 3y ago
I have long wanted to go to Japan, but I am afraid it is not in my cards. What are you most nostalgic about?
- seanmcdirmid 3y agoJapan has a weird mix of nice people, affordable/good food, historical structures that are well preserved, and modern/futuristic buildings/transportation. It is an "easy" place to visit, not expensive, good public transportation, and lots of well known things to go see (that are more than just tourist traps). For a first timer, I suggest spending more time in Kyoto and Osaka and less time in Tokyo (but generally, you do Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka on your first trip there and then diverge from that if you go back).
- Auracle 3y agoFor me, it was simply how it was incredibly alien and incredibly familiar at the same time. Everything was different, but if you’re at all a nerd (and you’re on HN so…) you’ve been exposed to Japanese culture. That and it was all so friendly, easy to get around, beautiful, etc. It’s a wonderful vacation for people that just like to walk around and explore.
- dr_kiszonka 3y agoSounds like I would really enjoy it. Thank you. I would love to see the place that inspired both "My neighbor Totoro" and "Ghost in the Shell."