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Best Hanami in Japan
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2012/11/10 17:45
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We want to come to Japan ONLY for Hanami and have confirmed our tickets to arrive at Haneda Apr 2, depart Apr 9. What are the best places for Hanami ? Our tickets include free domestic travel on JAL ONLY to anywhere within Japan. I am aware of Kyoto, (+Arashimyama) and Yoshino as good Hanami viewing areas but what would be the nearest airport to these 2 areas from Haneda ? We plan on renting a car from that airport. Also, must return to Haneda on Apr 9. Would appreciate any suggestions. We have been to Tokyo several times so unless the Hanami is worthwhile, there is no particular need for us to visit Tokyo.
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by Ben (guest)
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Our tickets include free domestic travel on JAL ONLY to anywhere within Japan.Can you explain what sort of tickets these are? Link? Or do you work for JAL/Affiliate? I am aware of Kyoto, (+Arashimyama) and Yoshino as good Hanami viewing areas but what would be the nearest airport to these 2 areas from Haneda ?Itami (ITM) or Kansai (KIX) http://www.japan-guide.com/e/e2433.htmlhttp://www.japan-guide.com/e/e2033.htmlWe plan on renting a car from that airport.Why? Public transport is likely to be cheaper, easier, and maybe even more efficient. Enjoy your trip!
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by GC3
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Re: Best Hanami in Japan
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2012/11/11 05:50
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Ben, Kyoto is at least 500 km from Haneda..a bit far for driving..
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by Monkey see (guest)
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Re: Best Hanami in Japan
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2012/11/11 17:55
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Thanks guys for your help. Yes, JAL affiliate. What websites give public transport info in English (time-tables and fares) to get me from Itami airport to Kyoto and then Yoshinoyama and then back to Itami ? Is the area Itami, Kyoto, Yoshinoyama etc served by JR West and if so, I could not find their tel enquiry number from JR West's English site. I remember before calling JR East enquiry and their girls spoke perfect English and were most helpful. It's so cheap to call IDD nowadays.
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by Ben (guest)
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Yes, JAL affiliate.Makes sense. What websites give public transport info in English (time-tables and fares) to get me from Itami airport to Kyoto and then Yoshinoyama and then back to Itami ?Itami to Kyoto is explained on the link I gave above. Timetables/fares are available:- http://www.hyperdia.com/Is the area Itami, Kyoto, Yoshinoyama etc served by JR WestAround Itami, no. Kyoto, a little. Yoshino, no. Kintetsu. http://www.japan-guide.com/e/e4151.html
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