# Japan Travel Handbook (Print Version)

Trip Dates: April 15-23, 2024

## Emergency Contacts & Important Information

- Emergency in Japan: 119 (Ambulance/Fire) / 110 (Police)
- US Embassy Tokyo: +81-3-3224-5000
- Tourist Information Hotline: 03-3201-3331
- Your Travel Insurance: [Write number here]

## Daily Itinerary Summary

Date | Location | Key Activities
--- | --- | ---
Apr 15 | Tokyo | Arrival, Shinjuku area exploration
Apr 16 | Tokyo | Meiji Shrine, Harajuku, Senso-ji, Skytree
Apr 17 | Tokyo | Tea Ceremony, Budokan, Yanaka Ginza
Apr 18 | Kyoto | Travel to Kyoto, Kinkaku-ji, Gion
Apr 19 | Kyoto | Fushimi Inari, Arashiyama, Evening Proposal
Apr 20 | Nara/Kyoto | Nara Park day trip, deer feeding
Apr 21 | Tokyo | Return to Tokyo, bay cruise

## Essential Japanese Phrases

English | Japanese | When to Use
--- | --- | ---
Arigatou gozaimasu | ありがとうございます | Thank you (formal)
Sumimasen | すみません | Excuse me/Sorry
Onegaishimasu | お願いします | Please
Toire wa doko desu ka? | トイレはどこですか？ | Where is the bathroom?
Eigo ga hanasemasu ka? | 英語が話せますか？ | Do you speak English?

## Transportation Notes

- JR Pass: Activate on April 15
- Tokyo-Kyoto Shinkansen: ~2h15m
- Kyoto-Nara Local Train: ~45m
- Last trains: Usually around midnight
- Keep ¥3000 for unexpected taxi rides

## Proposal Day Timeline (April 19)

Time | Activity | Notes
--- | --- | ---
4:00 PM | Head to Maruyama Park | Check weather first
4:30 PM | Tea house visit | Light refreshments
5:15 PM | Park walk begins | Head to weeping cherry tree
5:30 PM | Arrive at spot | Find quiet area
7:00 PM | Dinner reservation | Kikunoi Roan

Backup Location: Gion Shirakawa area (in case of rain)

## Quick Reference Budget

Item | Budget (USD) | Notes
--- | --- | ---
Hotels | 1500-2000 | Pre-booked
Transport | 600-800 | Including JR Pass
Food | 800-1000 | ~$60/person/day
Activities | 600-800 | Including tea ceremony
Shopping | 500-400 | Souvenirs/gifts