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Old Mar 28, 2016 | 7:22 am
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Originally Posted by 1Newflyer
I am going to Tokyo in 2 months. Will be exchanging some currency. I should not worry if I get some 2000 then from the conversation, right? Is cash the dominant payment in Japan? If so how much does one need for a 3 day stay excluding hotels as that will be known in advance. Just an understanding of cost there. I know it all depends on one lifestyle but its my first time and I would like to see the city in a typical touristy way.
No problem anywhere with Y2000 notes on trip last week. Yes cash is dominant for day-to-day stuff (not hotels). How much you need depends on you, especially in what level of food/drink you'll be indulging...
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