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In the Tokyo area of Japan, there are two transportation cards available: ‘Suica’ and ‘Pasmo.’ During a previous Tokyo trip, I used the Suica transportation card. This time, with a friend from the UK, we decided to purchase Suica cards together, considering the convenience and familiarity of using Suica. “Suica, available in the Tokyo area of Japan” Suica is one ...

There are various ways to travel from Kansai International Airport, the gateway to the Kansai region in Japan, to the central area of Osaka. These include regular trains, buses, limousine buses, taxis, and express trains. Among them, the “Rapi:t Train” is the fastest means of transportation to Osaka Namba. “Fastest Transportation from Kansai Airport to Osaka Namba, Rapi:t (Rapid) Train” ...

When embarking on a free-spirited journey, acquiring a transportation card for use in each city is almost essential. Seoul and the surrounding areas in Korea are well-equipped with advanced public transportation. Similarly, Tokyo, Japan, boasts an extensive railway system, allowing easy access to most popular tourist destinations. “Diverse Transportation Cards in Japan” In Korea, you can find various transportation cards ...

Sentosa Island in Singapore stands out as a premier resort destination. This area boasts various resorts, hotels, and amusement parks, allowing visitors to enjoy the natural beauty of Singapore’s coastline. Approximately one-third of the entire island is designed as a resort. ‘3 Free Transportation Options on Sentosa Island, Singapore’ Sentosa Island offers diverse complimentary transportation options, notably the Monorail, Bus, ...

Singapore, being a city-state, has been influenced by British culture in its history. Thanks to this, remnants of British culture can be found throughout Singapore. English, too, has been influenced by British English, and British-style tea culture (afternoon tea) has developed. The transportation system also follows the British system. Unlike Korea, vehicles drive on the left side, and the steering ...

Commonly seen worldwide, public transportation includes options like buses, subways, and taxis. These three modes of transportation are also prevalent in South Korea. In Singapore, taxis operate with a system somewhat different from those in South Korea. “Flagging Taxis Anywhere is Not Possible in Singapore” While in South Korea, you can hail a taxi almost anywhere, in Singapore, this isn’t ...

Singapore, a city-state slightly larger than Seoul but smaller than Busan, boasts a well-developed public transportation system. Despite its compact size, exploring key areas in Singapore is easily achievable by relying on public transport, mainly the MRT (Mass Rapid Transit) subway and buses. To utilize public transportation, one can either pay with cash, use a reloadable card, or opt for ...

While common modes of public transportation include buses, subways, and taxis, Hong Kong offers a few additional distinctive means of getting around. Situated along the coast, the city is home to ferries, and one can also experience the nostalgic charm of trams. “Hong Kong’s Unconventional Transport: Trams” Trams, once considered a relic of the past, are not frequently used in ...

Hong Kong’s two major bustling areas are the Hong Kong Island and the Tsim Sha Tsui area in the Kowloon Peninsula. There are various modes of transportation connecting these two places, including the subway known as “MRT,” buses, and taxis, as well as transportation through underwater tunnels. However, in Hong Kong, you can find a unique mode of transportation – ...