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There's still time to register for our JAPAN Snow & Adventure Seminar at the Grace Hotel on Monday, 26th May. See below for more details!
In this issue:
News from Japan
Special feature
Upcoming events
Tokyo Subway Ticket
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Travelling around Tokyo has never been more affordable. With the new Tokyo Subway Tickets available for 1, 2 or 3 consecutive days, international tourists and residents living outside the Greater Tokyo Area (Kanagawa, Saitama, Chiba, Ibaraki, Tochigi, Gunma and Yamanashi) can enjoy unlimited rides on Tokyo Metro and Toei Subway lines. Read more |
Hokkaido Expressway Pass
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Driving in Hokkaido has become easier with the introduction of the Hokkaido Expressway Pass, which allows tourists with rental cars unlimited access through electronic toll gates on expressways at a flat fee. International Driving Permit and foreign passport required. Read more |
"The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™" to open at Universal Studios Japan
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"The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™" opens at Universal Studios Japan in Osaka on 15th July 2014. Locations from the popular films have been recreated in overwhelming detail and scale. Perfect for school groups, families and kids of all ages. Read more
™ & © Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. Harry Potter Publishing Rights ©JKR. (s14)
Photo Credit: UNIVERSAL STUDIOS JAPAN® |
Shikoku - Remote and Undiscovered Japan by Lisa Pagotto
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Lisa Pagotto, National Sales & Marketing Manager of McLachlan Tours describes the appeal of visiting Shikoku, the least-known of Japan's four main islands. Read more |
JNTO Guide to exploring Japan by rental car
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For most urban areas, train travel is the way to go, but in quieter rural areas, hiring a rental car can allow you to uncover some hidden tourism gems at your own pace. This JNTO guide tells you all you need to know about driving in Japan. Read more |
JNTO Exhibiting at the Snow Travel Expo in Sydney
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The Melbourne Snow Travel Expo was a huge success! We saw an even bigger interest in Japan as a snow and ski destination than previous years. See photos from the event here. Next Sunday we'll be doing the same thing in Sydney, so come and visit us! Free entry.
Sydney: Sunday, 25th May 2014, 9am-4pm at White Bay Cruise Terminal, Balmain, JNTO stand: #7 |
JAPAN Snow & Adventure Seminar in Sydney
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There are still a few seats left for travel agents to register for our JAPAN Snow & Adventure Seminar in Sydney. Lucky door prizes include a return flight to Japan!
Details: Monday, 26th May 2014, 5.30pm-9pm, The Grace Hotel Sydney View PDF invitation |
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Until next month,
JNTO Sydney Office |
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