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R Fung	23 August 2003
Stayed at Kinki, Hotel - Osaka, Japan.
If you are tired of shopping in Osaka, take a one-day trip to Nara. It is an old city with a lot of ancient temples. Besides, it is less crowded than Osaka. You'll feel more relaxed.
A Tsui	18 August 2003
Stayed at New Hankyu Osaka, Hotel - Osaka, Japan.
Osaka is probably best placed for travellers taking a general interest in travelling in the Kansai area in Japan, because while on its own it is a modern city without too many scenic spots, it is conveniently linked by an efficient transportation system to Kobe, Kyoto, Nara etc and getting around is relatively easy and safe. However,I must say that the public transportation system within neighbouring city(ies), especially Kyoto, leaves much room for improvement because of seriously inadequate service for tourists (tourist coaches in Kyoto usually pack like Sardines) and for people wanting to travel with some comfort, you can forget using the 500-Yen bus pass sold at the main train station and settle for taxis.
M Alvarez	17 August 2003
Stayed at Radisson Miyako Hotel Osaka - Osaka, Japan.
Osaka is a very recommendable destination. Before traveling there people told as that it was not so interesting if compared with Kyoto for instance. Osaka is the Chicago of Japan. Its architecture is impressive and the many rivers which cross the city gives a lot of character to the city. We found Osaka more sophisticated than Tokyo. The looks of the people, the rock bands playing live underneath the freeways in Umeda, the Tadao Ando buildings... It contrasts so well with Tokyo because of its obvious differences.
E Blurock	04 August 2003
Stayed at Shinagawa Prince Hotel - Tokyo, Japan.
I was in Tokyo for a weekend. I enjoyed a foot massage and also breakfast in the shopping center next to the hotel. Getting to any part of Tokyo was convenient using the JR train line. The confusing thing about the subway system is keeping track of the different subway companies and where each line goes. If I would have stayed longer, I would have bought a subway guide.
P Brodie	03 August 2003
Stayed at Mansions at Roppongi, The - Tokyo, Japan.
Located in the heart of Roppongi, this hotel is close to restaurants, shopping, and the best nightlife in Tokyo. Centrally located for easy travel around the city.
M Yoshida	30 July 2003
Stayed at Hilton Tokyo - Tokyo, Japan.
JR Pass is a wonderful tool. Trains are very easy to use. The subway however, takes a little getting used to as far as understanding which way you need to take it. Shinjuku station is intimidatingly busy, but don't let it scare you away..it's worth it.
M Hebbar	29 July 2003
Stayed at Sunroute Hiroshima, Hotel - Hiroshima, Japan.
Sunroute Hiroshima hotel is ideally situated for visitors to the Peace Memorial Park. We checked in around 4:30 and immediately walked over to the Peace museum (5 minute walk). We had enough time until the closing time of 6pm. The next morning we took a look at the monuments in the park which is open at all times. If you want to save a few yens and don't have much luggage, I recommend taking street car #1 from Hiroshima train station to the hotel intersection. Costs only 150 yen compared to taxi fare of 1500 yen.
S Mulroney	27 July 2003
Stayed at Osaka Airport Hotel - Osaka, Japan.
Hiroshima A-bomb Museum in Peace National Park is a must!
D O'donnell	18 July 2003
Stayed at Kinki, Hotel - Osaka, Japan.
Osaka is a good base for trips around the Kansai area, plus there's quite a lot to do in the city itself, there's a cool Aquarium (with a whale shark!) and a recreation of an Edo village. There are plenty of resturants around, especially in the underground shopping complex!
J Estevez	13 July 2003
Stayed at Radisson Miyako Hotel Osaka - Osaka, Japan.
Osaka area is an interesting destination. It is worth to take a tour of Kyoto, otherwise you will need at least three days.