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*Bring as many '''debit cards''' as possible. You need it to withdraw cash from an ATM to recharge transport cards, and if you lose one, it is critical you can continue to withdraw cash. | *Bring as many '''debit cards''' as possible. You need it to withdraw cash from an ATM to recharge transport cards, and if you lose one, it is critical you can continue to withdraw cash. | ||
==== Zipair ==== | ==== Prepare to fly on Zipair ==== | ||
* Check the weight of your bag. If your bags are higher than the weight limit, purchase extra weight at least 24 hours beforehand or reduce the weight. | * Check the weight of your bag. If your bags are higher than the weight limit, purchase extra weight at least 24 hours beforehand or reduce the weight. | ||
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* Book a '''minimum''' of 14 days ahead | * Book a '''minimum''' of 14 days ahead | ||
* APA Hotel is a bad experience and more expensive. but when booking late, it is sometimes the only option close to the city center. | * APA Hotel is a bad experience and more expensive. but when booking late, it is sometimes the only option close to the city center. | ||
* The year a hotel was constructed is a potential indicator of what features it will have. For example, older hotels may not have per-room AC | |||
===== Hotel check out ===== | ===== Hotel check out ===== | ||
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* '''Free''' wi-fi is common in Japan. All Lawson convenience stores have free wifi. Many of them require verifying an email. Some commercial streets, especially around youth-oriented areas like Akihabara and Shinsaibashi, offer high-speed free wifi. The [https://www.ntt-bp.net/jw-auto/en/index.html Japan Wi-Fi Auto-Connect] app automatically connects you to nearby wifi networks without needing to verify an email and connects you to new ones as you move, but it consumes lots of battery life. Caveat: Shinkansen wi-fi tends to be fairly slow and only good for basic browsing and low bitrate calls. | * '''Free''' wi-fi is common in Japan. All Lawson convenience stores have free wifi. Many of them require verifying an email. Some commercial streets, especially around youth-oriented areas like Akihabara and Shinsaibashi, offer high-speed free wifi. The [https://www.ntt-bp.net/jw-auto/en/index.html Japan Wi-Fi Auto-Connect] app automatically connects you to nearby wifi networks without needing to verify an email and connects you to new ones as you move, but it consumes lots of battery life. Caveat: Shinkansen wi-fi tends to be fairly slow and only good for basic browsing and low bitrate calls. | ||
==== High-speed | ==== High-speed internet (>100 Mbps) ==== | ||
* Most hotels have an Ethernet port, you can | * Some hotels have 200-800Mbps connections, though the speed varies throughout the day | ||
* Most hotels have an Ethernet port, you can obtain an Ethernet to USB-C adapter by asking the front desk or purchasing one online or at an electronics retailer. The Ethernet speed is usually somewhat (up to 2x) faster than the Wi-Fi speed. | |||
* Manga cafes are the best way to temporarily access low-latency and fast internet, up to 800Mbps | * Manga cafes are the best way to temporarily access low-latency and fast internet, up to 800Mbps | ||