Dream Japan Travel

26/06/2023

How cool is this?!

Hop aboard this incredibly accurate replica of the friendly blue train for a scenic ride through Shizuoka prefecture

17/06/2023

The towers in Japan.

Famous Towers of Japan 🇯🇵

01/03/2023

The first blossoms of Kyotos 2023 Cherry Blossom season have bloomed today.

26/02/2023

This is a perfect example of how you can be staring at Mt. Fuji and never know it when its cloudy or smoggy day.
These two photos were taken one day apart from eachother out the same window.

22/02/2023

Off to Japan for the first time since 2019. Excited to see old and new locations.

Travel tip # 1 -
How to save on checked baggage fees when traveling with two peices of luggage. Pack everything you can in a small carry on and and then fit that bag in the larger peice. Fill in the holes with shoes, jackets, and odd bits.

Remember to always carry valuables, and medication with you on the plane. I try and take at least an extra shirt as well, just incase my bags dont make it to my destination. I also take my toiletries with me.

06/02/2023

The 30,000sqm attraction will include replica sets from the main films and creatures from the Fantastic Beasts series

02/01/2023

Akemash*te omedetou gozaimasu!

29/12/2022

What is the Shimanami Kaido?

Quite possibly the most famous of Japan’s cycling courses, the Shimanami Kaido (Map) is a stretch of islands linked by bridges that span the Seto Naikai, or the inland sea of southern Japan.

Situated between the main island of Honshu and the southern island of Shikoku, the Shimanami Kaido boasts views of turquoise seas, small fishing towns, endless islands of citrus, and the longest suspension bridge in Japan.

And the best part? you can ride it all by bike!

21/12/2022

~Selamat Kembali ke Jepun - Reunite in Japan~

Effective from 11th October 2022, the Japan Government is waiving the short term tourism visa requirement for Malaysians. Those with 3 doses of vaccines as recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO) will also no longer be required to perform pre-departure PCR tests before entering Japan.

Independent travel to Japan will also be possible starting soon. That's right, we're just as happy as you 🎌🎉 Selamat kembali!

Keep updated as more detailed information will be published on our JNTO website:
https://www.japan.travel/en/practical-coronavirus-information/

08/12/2022

Dubbed Ao no Dokutsu, meaning blue cavern, this illumination light display was a huge hit when it first took place along the Meguro River back in 2014. Brought

10/11/2022

The 400m-long Keyakizaka Street next to Roppongi Hills shopping centre is going to be lit with 800,000 sparkling white and blue LED lights until Christmas Day.

09/11/2022

Japan celebrates the new Year a little differently but if you are traveling to Japan over New Year, here are 7 Unique Japanese New Years' Traditions.

Looking for unique Japanese New Year Traditions? Writer, Noel Cabacungan visited his sister who lives there to learn of the different customs and

08/11/2022

Christmas markets first originated from Germany, and so many Christmas markets in Japan are modeled after European Christmas markets, allowing you to experience a recreation of classic markets from all over! Travel to Japan during the holidays to enjoy seasonal food, shopping for the perfect presents, and enjoy all the Christmas decorations!

Looking for a way to get into the holiday spirit in Japan? Try visiting a Christmas market in Japan! You can experience the warm, Christmas atmosphere by

09/10/2022

What do you picture when you think of Japan Fall Foliage? The last time I was in Japan in October of 2019 it was the Golden Ginkgo tree's that made the biggest impression. They were beautiful in the sun!

Have you thought of a fall trip to Japan?
Contact me to start planning.

What is your impression of Japan's autumn? For many, the first thing that comes to mind is the image of mountains painted red by maple leaves. In fact, Japan's autumn is so much more than that. Aside from maple trees, the golden ginkgo trees can also be just as breathtaking. If you plan on visiting....

07/10/2022

Japan is fully opening up on October 11th!

Tourists from all countries will now be able to visit Japan, as of October 11th, whether as part of a group or as individual travelers. The government will only require a valid COVID-19 vaccination certificate or a negative test (conducted within 72 hours before departure time). The long-awaited lifting of visa waivers, removal of entry restrictions, and elimination of daily arrival caps for international travelers mean that Japan will be fully open for tourism business.

What is your dream Japan vacation? Contact me to start planning today!

06/09/2022

Since June 10, Japan has let foreign visitors enter the country if the tourists are apart of a “packaged group tour with a tour leader."

📰 Good news though! You can now travel on a personally customized tour (itinerary) for you, beginning September 7, 2022, the restriction will be eased:

There are going to be two variations of package tours, in addition to the current fully monitored tours.

Here are the two new options for Travel to Japan:

📃 1. package tours with a tour leader and “free time.”

📃 2. package tours without a tour leader.

✏️ With both options you still must arrange your travel through a “receiving company.”

✏️ The receiving company is a licensed and registered Japanese travel agency, DMC, or land operator. In short, the itinerary, flight, and hotels should be arranged by a receiving company.

✏️ The receiving company will issue ERFS (Entrants and Returners Follow-up System) needed for you to apply for a visa. The visa application can be made online now. (Not available for visitors from Mexico.)

✏️ You are encouraged to pre-register to Visit Japan Web and Fast Track before departure for a faster immigration and airport quarantine process.

🎟 You must work with a Japanese “receiving company” so that the certified travel company can issue ERFS necessary for your visa and know the whereabouts of your clients.

✈️ You can book your own flights, but must give all flight information to the certified receiving company you'reworking with!

🧪 Pre-departure PCR test and Covid-negative certificate will NOT be required if the visitor can show official proof of 3 vaccinations.

💉 The vaccination proof must include your name, date of birth, the name of the vaccines (or the makers), and the date and the number of vaccinations.
If you get sick during the tour, you should contact the receiving company immediately and follow their instructions.

💉 Travelers from blue countries do not have to show proof of covid vaccination, do not have to be tested on arrival in Japan, and do not have to quarantine on arrival. For the full list of countries on the blue, yellow and red lists, see the MOFA page on covid restrictions.
https://www.mofa.go.jp/ca/fna/page4e_001053.html

😷 Also, be aware that you should avoid crowded places, ALWAYS wear a mask indoors or in other designated places, and have travel insurance that has good coverage.

If you have questions or to book your trip today, please let me know!

15/08/2022

19/04/2022

"While this means that our employees are no longer required to wear a mask — and no longer have to enforce a mask requirement for most of the flying public — they will be able to wear masks if they choose to do so....." - United Airlines

Delta, United, Southwest, American and Alaska Airlines say that masks are now optional for travelers on their aircraft.

19/02/2022

22/01/2022

Matsumoto Castle, originally known as Fukashi Castle, is one of Japan's premier historic castles, along with Himeji and Kumamoto. The building is also known as the "Crow Castle" due to its black exterior 🏯 ❄️⁣
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01/01/2022

Ganjitsu - New Years Day, in Japan on this day its customary it send and receive New Year Cards wishing family and friends a happy new year and thanking them for their support and friendship throughout the previous year.

01/01/2022

Akemash*te omedeto gozaimasu! Kotoshi mo yoroshiku onegaishimasu. Sakunen wa o-sewa ni narimash*ta.

Happy New Year! Thank you for all your support last year and I look forward to our contact together again this year.

The history behind New Year's greetings in Japan -
The Japanese have a wonderful custom of sending happy new year’s greetings with the purpose to express gratitude to relatives, friends, and colleagues who have helped you throughout the year. They are also used to stay in touch with friends and family you have not seen for a while.
This tradition dates back to at least the Heian era (794-1185) when the nobility started to write such letters to people who lived too far away for the usual face-to-face new year greetings. When Japan’s postal service followed Europe’s lead and created postcards in 1871, they were the perfect match for these greetings that required only the writing of “Happy New Year,” one’s name and an address. The tradition has been preserved since then, becoming one of the most common new year’s celebrations throughout the history of Japan.

01/01/2022

Happy New Years Eve! We hope you are spending it with family and friends!

06/12/2021

Traveling internationally? Starting Dec. 6, all air passengers, regardless of vaccination status, must show a negative COVID-19 test taken no more than 1 day before travel to the United States.

Learn what steps you should take before your trip: https://bit.ly/39Az04X.