Destination: Japan
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Internet Resources
There's no better place to start your Web explorations than the Lonely Planet website. Here you'll find succinct summaries on travelling to most places on earth, postcards from other travellers and the Thorn Tree bulletin board, where you can ask questions before you go or dispense advice when you get back. You can also find travel news and updates to many of our most popular guidebooks.
Other websites with useful Japan information and links:
Japan Ministry of Foreign Affairs - (MOFA) Covers Japan's foreign policy and has useful links to embassies and consulates under 'MOFA info'.
Japan National Tourist Organization - (JNTO) Great information on all aspects of travel in Japan.
Japan Rail - Information on rail travel in Japan, with details on the Japan Rail Pass.
Japan Weather Association - Daily weather information.
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