Foreigners shopping in Japan usually enjoy tax exemption for cosmetics and medical products with a purchase of ¥100,000, and electronic products with a purchase of ¥100,000. Japan's consumption tax is %, and the current exchange rate of RMB to yen is very favorable, so it's no wonder that so many Chinese people rush to buy. Here are a few experiences for your reference: electronic products.
If you want to buy things like rice cookers and toilet lids, which are the favorites of Chinese aunties, they will be cheaper at chain electrical appliance stores, mainly Yodobashi Camera and Bic Camera. These two stores are available in major cities, and there are more than one of them, similar to Suning and Gome in China, but the prices in each store are still different.
Friends can shop around. More importantly, these two chain stores generally have a discount of % for UnionPay cards or % for Visa cards, plus tax-free, which is at least % cheaper. Yunluo has to complain a little here. There are many large chain electrical appliance duty-free stores in Japan, and the products in them are also very complete.
For example, Laox has several stores in Akihabara alone. However, according to Yunluo and An Chuyu's observation, the prices of the goods here are really not that good. Yunluo and An Chuyu actually verified the price tag of the same digital camera. The price tag at the store where Yunluo and An Chuyu bought it was more than ¥10,000, while theirs was ¥10,000.
Yunluo and An Chuyu saw many buses parked nearby, and many Chinese uncles and aunts were walking around carrying rice cookers. Without explaining the terms drugstores and small department stores, you can see many drugstore chain stores in Japan, similar to small supermarkets in China, everywhere, and in addition to drugstores, you can also buy many other things, such as baby products.
Thermos bottles, pantyhose, etc. The prices of specific items in drugstores vary greatly. Generally speaking, prices in Tokyo are higher than those in Osaka and Kyoto, but it is not the same for specific items. Yunluo and An Chuyu mainly buy drugstores in Kyoto and Osaka, and they buy more from Matsumoto Kiyoshi chain stores, based on An Chuyu's experience living in Japan.
Their prices are relatively cheap, and the same chain store, the price will be slightly higher if it is close to the main road and busy area. Here I have to complain about birds again. An Chuyu said that there is a Don Quijote chain department store in Japan, the prices are super cheap. So Yunluo and An Chuyu saw one in Dotonbori, Osaka and went in.
It turns out that the prices are totally unreliable. The same thermos cup, the electronics mall and the drugstore are less than Japanese yen, but the price there is actually close. I still don't explain it. Shopping in the mall, Yunluo and An Chuyu also visited several large malls in Japan. Such as Takashimaya, Isetan, Daimaru, etc., if the mall does not have special activities and discounts.
The price is not much better than that in China, except for tax refund. Yes, you can get tax refund if you spend more than 100 yen in shopping malls, but it is not tax-free. Pay the full amount first, then go to the designated counter to process the tax refund, and you will get cash directly. Different reminder: Taking the escalator in Japan is something you will definitely encounter during your travels.
First of all, when taking an escalator, everyone will consciously queue up and only occupy one side, leaving the other half empty for people who need to rush through. It should be noted here that the habits of taking escalators in the Kanto region and the Kansai region are different. Kanto stands on the left, and Kansai stands on the right. There are very few trash cans on the streets of Japan, and they are usually found at the entrance of convenience stores.
No one eats while walking, so try to follow the local customs. You can bring some garbage bags with you. You may not notice that Japan has many super humane things. For example, in order to take care of the blind, the traffic lights at the intersections in Japan are for pedestrians in the east-west and north-south directions.
The reminder sound is different (this may not be useful to everyone). What is useful is: there are self-service luggage lockers at the station, and you need to put in coins with a face value of Japanese yen. In order to prevent everyone from having insufficient coins, there will be a coin exchange machine next to it. Specially recommended shopping spot: Kyoto Shijo Shinkyogoku. You can buy clothes here.
Perfumes, cosmetics and various souvenirs. Basically everything is available, a bit like a small commodity market, with many small shops inside, very cost-effective. The specific location is easy to find, the entrance is on Shijo-dori Street, not far from Daimaru Department Store. Japanese hotels are a little different from Chinese ones. Hotel prices are based on the number of guests.
The price of a room for one person is different from that for two people, and the hotel room price is separate from the breakfast fee. I have to say that the breakfast fee of Japanese hotels is very expensive, but considering that it was the first day of the trip to Japan, I specifically requested to add breakfast when booking the room. The breakfast of Hilton Hotel Nagoya is average in value for money.
In fact, I personally recommend not booking breakfast when booking a hotel. There are many convenience stores on the streets of Japan, such as FamilyMart and Lawson. The food there is cheap, nutritious, and has many choices. The Japanese young man in the hotel lobby made my friends drool. After breakfast, while waiting for the hotel shuttle bus, you can stroll around the hotel.
Clean and tidy streets. Various elegant coffee shops, all kinds of envy and hatred for the beauty of life in Japan. There is a Starbucks across the street from the hotel. If I hadn't considered that I had just finished breakfast, I would really want to rush in and buy a cup. The vending machines on the streets of Japan are almost the same price across the country, whether it is at the airport or the station.
Thinking about the unscrupulous prices at airports and train stations in China, I burst into tears. The prices of cigarette vending machines are relatively balanced, at RMB-yuan per pack. It seems that smoking is just a need for them, not a so-called face. Nagoya is the capital of Aichi Prefecture, Japan. It is also called "Central Capital" because it is located between Tokyo and Kyoto.
Nagoya is rich in history. The three great heroes of the Japanese Warring States Period, Oda Nobunaga, Toyotomi Hideyoshi, and Tokugawa Ieyasu, were all born here. Nagoya Castle, Atsuta Shrine, Tokugawa Garden and other relics record the history of the Japanese Warring States Period. Nagoya's attractions are concentrated, and the transportation system is well-developed, so you can enjoy the style of Nagoya in one day.
Nagoya Castle, Osaka Castle and Kumamoto Castle are known as the three famous castles in Japan. They were originally built by Tokugawa Ieyasu. The castle tower is the hereditary residence of the Tokugawa family for three generations. Tickets are ¥. Transportation: Get off at "Shiyakusho" on the Meijo Line and walk for five minutes, or get off at "Asama-cho" on the Tsurumai Line and walk for minutes.
Nagoya Castle was rebuilt after being damaged during World War II, and an elevator was added to take you directly to the castle tower at the top to view the artifacts in the museum. The most famous golden shachi in Nagoya Castle, the Japanese kanji (pronounced shachi, shachihoko), was used to decorate the beams as a fire-proof spell, and later became a symbol of the castle lord's full strength.
It takes about an hour to tour Nagoya Castle. It is said that in March, many cherry trees in Nagoya Castle are in full bloom, and they are in harmony with the castle walls. This is the most beautiful time of the year. Every Saturday or holiday, Ninomaru also has a popular performance by a team of Warring States generals who play the roles of Tokugawa Ieyasu, Oda Nobunaga, etc., which is very lively.
Atsuta Shrine is one of the oldest and most prestigious shrines in Japan, with a strong historical atmosphere. It is famous for enshrining the Kusanagi sword, one of the three sacred artifacts of Japan, but the artifact is not on display. There are historical sites such as the Nijigocho Bridge and Sakuma Lanterns. The most attractive thing for tourists at Atsuta Shrine is the Treasure Hall, which contains many antiques.
Artworks and classical documents are preserved, as well as the Nobunaga screen donated by Oda Nobunaga after his victory in the Battle of Okehazama. Atsuta Shrine is free to visit. The treasure house costs ¥, and it takes about 1 hour to visit. Tokugawa Garden originated from the second generation of the Tokugawa family who sought a secluded place to build a garden and live in seclusion. It is a typical pond and spring garden in Japanese gardens.
The natural forests are well preserved by taking advantage of the terrain with high and low elevations, and a group of rocks with a three-dimensional feel is formed. The Tokugawa Art Museum and the Ponzo Library inside house the relics of Tokugawa and the national treasure "The Tale of Genji" Hanamaki. The garden pass costs ¥, and it takes about 12 hours to play. The first meal in Japan is the eel rice of ¥.
It is a bit extravagant. This is the most famous food in Nagoya, and the way to eat it is also very particular. First, put the eel rice into a bowl and taste the deliciousness of the eel and sauce, then mix in nori, core hemp and green shiso. Enjoy the refreshing taste, and finally add chopped green onions, mustard and hot soup to enjoy it as eel tea rice.
In the afternoon, take the train from Nagoya Station to Gifu. Transportation Tips: Nagoya is the main hub for the Shinkansen. The fare varies according to the speed. | Nagoya is also the closest transfer station to the Takayama Hida Mountains. There are trains and special lines going back and forth. The Hida Express takes 15 minutes and is about 10 yuan. The specific schedule and timetable can be found in the Nagoya subway, which is not as responsible as the Tokyo one.
Nagoya has a one-day subway bus pass that allows you to ride the subway and bus as much as you want. You can buy it at the subway station ticket machine or from the bus driver. The subway one-day pass is ¥10 for adults and ¥10 for children. The subway and bus one-day pass is ¥10 for adults. A portrait of Oda Nobunaga on a bus in Gifu. The famous Japanese novelist Yamaoka Shohachi wrote a large-scale series of historical hours.
The history of the rise of Oda Nobunaga, Toyotomi Hideyoshi, Tokugawa Ieyasu and other heroes in the middle and late Warring States period of Japan is vigorously unfolded. Those who are interested can find it and have a look. The Gifu Grand Hotel where I stayed on the second day in Japan should be said to be the best hotel in Gifu City. It is away from the city of Gifu and close to the Nagara River. The surrounding scenery is great.
The hotel looks very modern, but the interior decoration is Japanese style, especially the rooms. It was my first time staying in a Japanese style room, and I was very excited. It was finally time to take a hot spring bath. Maybe it was during the day. There were not many people taking a hot spring bath. Most Japanese people take a hot spring bath at night and early the next morning. I had all kinds of imaginations about Japanese hot springs before, such as naked running, men and women bathing together...
In fact, most hot springs are separated for men and women. In definition, they are bathhouses. The difference is the hot spring water, so it doesn't make much sense to bring a swimsuit. I have to say that Japanese massage is very expensive. Should those who have a vision for business opportunities consider starting a business? The time spent in the hot spring should not be too long, about half an hour is enough, otherwise you will not only feel tired.
Dehydration will also be serious. Put on a Japanese kimono, sit cross-legged, make some sencha, and enjoy the trip. The hotel is right next to the Nagara River. There are many local tourists playing by the river, most of them are barbecued by the river. It feels like the little Japanese really know how to enjoy life. The most famous Nagara River in Japanese history took place here. Of course, it is now more famous for hot springs.
When I was about to go out to find food, I encountered the sunset. I am so drunk that I still like fresh food at such an old age. The whole table is only Japanese yen, which is very rich. Because I rarely eat Japanese food in China, when the boss brought the food, my camera was busier than me, taking all kinds of photos. A brief review of Gifu Grand Hotel.
The best hot spring hotel in Gifu. It was the Golden Week in Japan so the hotel was full. The environment of the hotel is great, but the transportation is far from the city. The hotel has several free shuttle buses to Gifu city every day, and there is also a bus route to the hotel from Gifu Station. The hotel service is very praiseworthy. Of course, the hotel's hot spring is the highlight, which is free to use, but an additional bathing fee of JPY per person is charged.
The only inconvenience is the food and beverage. The hotel itself has a restaurant, and there is also an izakaya on the ground floor for evaluation of consumption. However, I thought the hotel's food and beverage was very expensive at the time, and it took at least 20 minutes to walk to the nearest restaurant nearby.
I woke up early in the morning and decided to go to the hot springs. I thought it would be quiet, but there were already many people in the hot springs. I guess it's part of their culture or lifestyle. I checked out at about 8 o'clock. I took the hotel shuttle bus to downtown Gifu and wanted to check in at the hotel where I was staying that night.
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As a result, I was told that I could only check in after 3pm. The waiting time was too long, so I decided to go to Gujo Hachiman. Transportation strategy: Take the JR Tokaido Shinkansen from Tokyo Station to Nagoya Station for about 15 minutes, then transfer to the JR Takayama Main Line to Mino Ota Station for about 20 minutes.
Take the JR Tokaido Shinkansen from Shin-Osaka Station to Maibara Station for about 15 minutes. Then transfer to the JR Tokaido Line to Gifu Station for about 20 minutes, and then transfer to the JR Takayama Main Line to Mino-Ota Station for about 20 minutes. Take the Nagaragawa Railway from Mino-Ota Station to Gujo Hachiman Station for about 15 minutes. From Gifu Station, take a car for about 1 hour.
The ticket price is JPY one-way and JPY round trip. In fact, I know nothing about Gujo Hachiman, and my friends have never been there either. I just know it is an ancient town, and for Yunluo, who has always lived in the Jiangnan water town, I have no expectations. But after arriving, the mountains and rivers make Yunluo's eyes light up. Gujo Hachiman.
Located roughly in the center of Okumino, Gifu Prefecture. The place where the upper reaches of the Nagara River meet the tributary Yoshida River is the "castle town" (a town developed around the residence of a feudal lord) of Gujo Hachiman Castle, which was built in the 18th century. The red-shell grid streetscape is still preserved. The current Hachiman Castle was rebuilt at the beginning of the century, and many weapons and weapons of the time are exhibited in the castle tower.
Basically, there is such a sculpture in front of every house, and it is not difficult to see that people here prefer dogs. After seeing that there are many hotels in Gujo Hachiman, Yunluo and his friends felt regretful because their accommodation for the night was in Gifu City, and Gujo Hachiman was between Gifu and tomorrow's destination, which meant that Yunluo and An Chuyu had to rush back to Gifu in the afternoon.
Then tomorrow we will rush from Gifu to Takayama and then pass through Gujo Hachiman, which is quite a hassle. I guess such a small car can only be found in Japan. It's time to enjoy the delicious food. I specially picked a restaurant with a more elegant environment. The young proprietress is so enthusiastic and beautiful that I feel a little overwhelmed.
I was worried that I would be ripped off in a tourist area. But after looking at the menu, I realized that my worries were unnecessary. After spending the whole day in Japan, I found that the prices of food in Japan are almost the same, regardless of whether it is at the airport, station, tourist area or ordinary street. The famous beef is not as famous as Kobe beef.
However, you can see the words "Hida beef" everywhere in central Japan. I have to say that it is very tender and delicious, and the price is also very cheap. Such a large plate only costs yen. My friend ordered it, and it looks good. Personal feeling. For many Japanese who run restaurants, they are basically family-run, and the times have been passed down for decades.
Carefully preparing food for customers, serving with enthusiasm and humility, especially the optimism towards the young proprietress, gives people the feeling that there should be better development, but they are very dedicated to their family business. It seems that for them, doing well in their current business is already very satisfying, rather than thinking about opening branches, chain franchises, etc., to a certain extent.
Such a life is enviable. Big fire or big K cuisine, friends who pass by Gujo Hachiman in the future, I highly recommend you to come to this restaurant. In summer, there are Gujo dances for consecutive nights. The climax is the all-night dance on the first day, which lasts from 10:00 pm to 10:00 am the next day. Tourists also join in the dance. Delicious potato pancakes, 1 yen each.
I returned to Dormy Inn Gifu Ekimae in Gifu City at around 5pm. The hotel gave me a very modern feeling. It didn't look like a hotel at all. A more accurate definition would be a hot spring hotel. The hotel is located in a very modern building in front of Gifu Station. Check-in is on the first floor. The decoration and environment are very exquisite.
The downside is that the rooms are very small. The hotel provides free hot springs, and the environment is more elegant than the previous hotel. Most guests come to the hot springs at night or early the next morning, and there is basically no one during the day. I chose this izakaya because it was full of guests and because of the big wooden barrel.
Japanese barbecue is cooked quickly with high heat, but there are also slow fire barbecues. Watching Japanese movies, Japanese men like to sit in izakaya after get off work, order a glass of wine, and relieve the pressure of work and life. It seems that Japanese people have a small appetite, and the food they order in izakaya is also small, mostly one wine and one small.
So I didn't even order side dishes. This kind of atmosphere really makes people feel the pressure of life, so people really need to relieve themselves from the pressure and find some fun for themselves, even if these funs cost money. The chance of meeting beautiful waitresses in izakayas is particularly high. It is said that in Japan, except for lawyers and doctors, the income gap between different jobs is not big. (~^~)