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Over the last few years, the Japanese currency has increased in value when compared with our British Pound, which has made Japanese exports become more expensive over this period. The irony of this currency fluctuation is that the prices for items in each of the countries do not change, so it is an invisible difference to the two countries involved, yet they impact international transactions. But the bottom line is that if you plan to go to Tokyo, you will need to purchase Japanese Yen.Tokyo has contrasts between the modern and the historic, with a exuberance that is exclusively Japanese. Even those things that one finds in Tokyo that herald from England will be decidedly inspired by what the locals actually want. American venues are equally influenced. One can enter a McDonalds in Tokyo and find hot noodles and rice balls for sale.The infrustructure and architecture in Tokyo is also exceptional. From the Sunshine City building with what is touted as the fastest elevator in the world to Yoyogi Stadium with its suspension roof designwhich was built to house the 1964 Summer Olympics Swimming and Diving events, there is a great deal to look at in downtown Tokyo. Keep in mind that these buildings are all built to a much greater earthquake tolerance requirement than anywhere else in the world.From the Outset it becomes clear why Tokyo is often called a sea of concrete, with man made structures side by side seemingly as far as the eye can see. Yet in the middle of this concrete jungle there are litlle oases of green, such as the Imperial Palace, a serene and delightful area in the middle of this bustling metropolis that was built over a 40 year period starting in 1593.Travel in Tokyo can seem a nightmare in an automobile, but with some study the train and subway system are as logical and useful as the Tube in London. Fastidiously timely, this means you dont have to worry about not being able to read the names of the trains, you just have to get on the train thay arrives at the correct time and you will be fine. For the most part, however, the signs for the stations now incorporate Romaji, the English lettering, along with the Katakana and Hiragana alphabets.For those who wish to travel to the Far East and enjoy the amazing place that Tokyo has become, they will have to convert their Pounds to Yen, and buying Japanese Yen here in England before the trip is a good idea. Due to language and availibility it is much easier to convert all your money before you get to tokyo.This is not to suggest that the Japanese people would try to take advantage of one, they are notoriously truthful in their societal and business dealings, but the rates are established using Yen as the basis for fees and profits in the conversion, and at the moment the Yen is rather strong, so the fess paid here would be expected to be less.A trip to Japan can produce the memories that will last a lifetime. Tokyo by day is a exceptional place to check out the historical beauty of the Japanese culture. After the sun goes down, Tokyo is a modern city with nightlife and fantastic dining possibilities. While you get together your passport, tickets and other information, do not forget to buy Japanese Yen, you will need it to truly enjoy yourself.
