Epsom Girls Grammar14 day study tour of Japan.

Spring 2012

Objectives

Contextual study of the Japanese language through interaction with Japanese people in their native language environment.

Useful practice for NCEA standards. Broadening experience of having travelled overseas. Opportunity to deepen relationships with students from our sister school who will

visit here in July/August.

Since we are a group we need to make an effort to work together so things go smoothly for us all. Make sure you arrive at places within the stated time.

Accompanying Teachers are both from the Japanese Department.

- Ms Deborah Ward - Mrs Yuka Harrison

This booklet has been put together to help you on your trip – bring it with you everyday.Use it to glue in any tickets and memorabilia from your trips. This will be useful for your NCEA study.

We will meet everyday at the beginning and end of the day. In Wakaba this will be in our own Home room, in Tokyo the leaders will meet in the teachers’ room. We will use this time to discuss what will happen on the next day in detail, you will need to make the appropriate notes to make sure you turn up at the right place at the right time.

BEFORE WE LEAVEPASSPORTSThere have been situations when students have lost or forgotten their passport. The student will then have to pay the full cost of a fare home for herself and the accompanying teacher. You need to arrange a way to carry your passport so you can’t lose it – we suggest a belt bag.

MONEYPick up some Yen (¥) at your New Zealand bank before you depart to cover your first few days. Then use your card when you arrive at an ATM. Currently 1 NZ dollar = 67 yen.

ATMsMany automatic teller machines (ATMs) in Japan do not accept cards issued outside of Japan. The big exceptions are the ATMs found at post offices and chain convenience stores i.e 7-Eleven. These ATMs allow you to withdraw cash by credit and debit cards, including Visa, Plus, Mastercard, Maestro, Cirrus, American Express and JCB cards and provide an English user menu.

THEFTTheft is practically unheard of in Japan, however you must keep a close eye on all your belongings while you are away. You may safely keep your valuables or money in your suitcase while lodging with your homestay family. While travelling, however, you should keep these on your person (ie. attached to you). While you are moving around within the sister city during your visit, it is suggested that you keep your passport at home (safely with your host family), and keep your money (only enough cash for each day at a time) safely secured within a hip pouch or money belt. Please avoid keeping wallets or purses in daypacks or pockets.

CLOTHES/CLIMATESpring is the best season to visit the city. April especially decks the city up in cherry blossoms and carries an average temperature of 13.9°C.Chances of rain in April are approximately 30% on average and of sun 60%.It can get cool in the evenings, so remember to bring a warmer jacket for then and a raincoat or umbrella.

At school you will wear EGGS summer uniform .

BAGGAGEAllowance is 20kg per person plus hand baggage.

HAND BAGGAGE (AIRPLANE): Restrictions: Limit of up to 100ml of liquids, gels, pastes, creams, lipsticks, deodorants etc (max. 1kg total quantity) may be carried on board aircraft and must be carried in a ziplock or similar sealed and clear/transparent plastic bag. The plastic bag/items must be shown to security officials separate from the rest of cabin baggage when going through any airport security clearance points.

Look for this sign outside 7-11 for international ATMs

PACKING Try to avoid over-packing. Remember, you are carrying it! Any experienced traveler will tell you it is no fun to lug around heavy suitcases. This means you should pack a minimum of clothes and accessories in the lightest but sturdiest suitcase you have. Try walking around the block with your bag: if it is too heavy, repack!

Labels with your name and address are also necessary. Place one inside the bag and one in a visible position on the outside. A ribbon is a good way to spot your suitcase on the carousel.

Small hand towel – Most toilets in Japan do not provide a means of drying your hands, therefore most people carry a small hand towel with them. This will be convenient for you too.

Tissues - Use tissues and not a handkerchief if you have a cold.

DUPLICATE TRAVEL DOCUMENTSIn case of loss or theft, take a copy of the identity page of your passport and telephone numbers for lost cards etc and place them in your checked luggage. Make sure you leave a copy at home with your parents/guardians.

ELECTRICITYThe voltage in Japan is 100 volts. The power plugs are different from New Zealand so if you need to use a re-charger or electrical equipment, you will need to take a special adaptor available from a travel shop or at the airport.

You may find this list a useful last minute check for your packing.

Suggested Packing LISTHEALTH CARE NEEDS:

Here are some suggestions: Aspirin/ibuprofen etc Anti-bacterial gel for hand-washing Antihistamine Cream or Allergy medication Sunscreen Lip Balm Antacid Diarrhoea Medicine Cold Medicine Motion sickness medicine – if

needed

WASH KIT: (In a leak proof bag!)

Shampoo Deodorant Toothbrush, Paste & Floss Hand Towel Contact Lens Preparation Lotions / Skin Creams Hair brush / Comb Tampons/Pads

CLOTHING:

The usual PLUS: Pyjamas 3 pairs of shoes (school – gym –

outside) PE Gear School uniform

MISCELLANEOUS:

Travel Alarm/Watch Sunglasses/Case/Strap Ear Plugs Umbrella Safety pins (to prevent wardrobe

malfunction) Day-bag Luggage Tags Camera Journal Pencil case Reading Material for the plane/trips Your workbook Gifts for your host family and any

new friends Photo album to show to your new

friends

LASTLY:

Credit cards Yen Extra ID Do your Parents have all your

contact information?

IN JAPANHEALTH INSURANCEWe are fully insured so you do not need to worry about facing huge bills. However, if you are feeling off colour it is best not to worry your host family. If you are feeling unwell, say “気分がわるいです”. Do not say “びょうきです”. That means you are seriously ill and before you know it… you could find yourself at the hospital when all you have is a sniffle. You have your teachers’ phone numbers. If anything starts to go wrong, ring them immediately.

POST OFFICE Small post offices are open Monday to Friday from 9:00 to 17:00 and are closed on weekends and national holidays. Larger offices are opened on weekdays until 19:00 and may also open on Saturdays and Sundays. Most post offices are equipped with international automatic teller machines (ATMs). Mailboxes are red.

TEMPLE OR SHRINE ETIQUETTEWhen visiting a Temple or a Shrine, behave calmly and respectfully. When entering temple buildings, you may be required to take off your shoes. Leave your shoes on the shelves at the entrance or take them with you in plastic bags provided at some temples. Wear nice socks.Photography is usually permitted on the temple grounds. It is forbidden indoors at some temples. Watch for signs.

TIPPINGThere is no tipping in any situation in Japan – cabs, restaurants, personal care. To tip someone is actually considered a little insulting.

AT WAKABAAs this is a school trip there will be the same expectations of behaviour as we have at school.You will wear school uniform. It is spring so bring a jumper as it can be cool. (Average temperatures 10-20◦C)Wakaba also has their own rules which we will have to abide by while visiting. I have copied them in here.

The Rules of Wakaba Students and the School: You may NEVER leave your host sister’s side. It is really easy to get lost in a city without street names!

There is to be NO gum chewing. You will drop absolutely NO litter.

Wakaba students are not allowed out without their parents after 8.00pm.

The accessories and any kind of earrings (including stud earrings) are not allowed at school. No hair accessories and no make up, no nail polish. Hair must be kept tidy in a simple style.

Mobile phone and i pod, MP3, the students can not bring these things to school.

Enjoy a week of your Japanese student life. Bow to the teachers and any adults and say せんせい、こんにちは / おはよございます / さようなら。

Shoes

You must bring two pairs of shoes to wear at school. One pair you change into when you get to school – this should be a casual shoe with no heels – like a slipper – we have discussed this – ask if you are unsure. You need the second pair to wear in the gym. Something cheap, with white soles, from someplace like the Warehouse. Both these sets of shoes will be left at school, so you will need another pair for outside during your free time.

Remember to take off your outside shoes at the entrance and put your inside shoes on to go inside. Usually there will be shoe boxes for students to keep your shoes outside.

Other things to think about:

- The most important thing is to make Japanese friends. It is up to you. Your Japanese will only improve if you speak it whenever you get the opportunity, and your time at the school will be more enjoyable.

- Ask questions / talk to the people you don’t know.

- Attend a sports or cultural club meeting if you can

- In class you may only understand a little of what is said. Don’t worry. Listen for words and expressions that you do understand.

- Observe differences between seniors and juniors.

- Acknowledge any help that you have received in your closing speeches or farewells.

- Observe the rules.

Homestay list

THE HOMESTAY EXPERIENCE

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Class Host Sister EGGS Student 父 母 姉 妹 兄 弟

1 年 1 組 21 番 ●● ●

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1 年 2 組 1 番 ● ●●

14,11

１年５組 5 番 ● ●●?!

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１年５組 9 番 ●

１年５組 18 番 ● ●●

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１年５組 22 番 ● ●● ●

10 21*

１年５組 24 番 ● ●●

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1 年６組 11 番 ● ●● ●

14,9 5

1 年６組 14 番 ● ●●

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1 年６組 22 番 ● ●Grandfather ●Grandmothe

r 19

1 年６組 24 番 ● ●●

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1 年６組 25 番 ● ●●

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１年５組 13 番 ● ●● ●

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The homestay experience is the major part of this Study Tour and extremely important to learn more about the Japanese people and their style of life.

While Japanese living has become increasingly more Westernised, it is still very different to the lifestyle we know here in NZ. Most difficult of all is the fact that you may be place in a home where little or no English is spoken. Communication with your homestay family may be difficult and will require patience and effort on both parts.

YOUR HOST FAMILY All the families have volunteered to be your hosts. Please understand that every family is different. Some have big houses, some small.

In particular some mothers will prepare lunch for you however this is not a requirement of their hosting you. Therefore some will not provide lunch. The school has a cafeteria and a shop so please come prepared to buy your own lunch.

You will need to pay for your own transport to and from school. The estimated cost of this is provided in the host family schedule. Your host sister will show you where and how to buy your tickets. Some families live near to the school and some don’t – be prepared to use local transport.

Be polite and communicate with your host family and sister. Greetings are important each day, eg おとうさん、おはよございます。Consider their hospitality and kindness to have you at their home. You are going to Japan because of your interests in the culture and people.

If there is something that you don’t understand, or are unsure about – ASK

- Ask how to use the bathroom and toilet. - Ask you host mother or sister what to do when you have your period.

Do not be shy as this is very important.- Ask what you should call them. - Ask to use the phone remember that all calls cost money – even the local ones. - Check on waking/bedtime/mealtime hours.- Watch the family to know what to do at mealtimes. Don’t forget いただきます and

ごちそうさまでした

Other things to remember:- Don’t go out alone.- Have quick showers as hot water is expensive.- Don’t let washing pile up.- Keep your room tidy.- Offer to help with the dishes/housework/laundry etc.

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- Help take the dog for a walk.- Help with younger children.- Play games / teach your family games.- Don’t look longingly at goods in shops – your host family may feel obliged to buy them

for you.

Sometimes it is difficult to make conversation with people in an unfamiliar language so it is recommended that you complete the following projects before you leave:

Compile a photo album showing family members, friends, where you live, your school and local Auckland attractions.

Compile a general scrapbook of New Zealand attractions, sights and famous people or sporting groups (a good giveaway in Japan)

These will help you pass some time with your family, particularly on the first day, which is always the hardest.

Take every opportunity to go everywhere with your host family.Participate by indicating that you are listening (はい・ええ・そうですね etc.)Good topics to talk about – general information about Japan /bad topics – yourself and your achievements.Answer compliments directly by denial (いいえ、まだへたです- No, I’m not good at it yet)The correct place to engage in greetings and to be introduced is when you reach the lounge.

If you have any concerns, tell your host mother, or the teachers at school. If you feel that it is serious enough then contact your teacher.

Communication with your parents back homeWe would request that direct telephone communication with parents back in New Zealand be kept to an absolute minimum during the exchange.

International phone calls are extremely expensive and host families fear that each call will be a financial burden upon their household. Of course, collect calls and NZ Telecom Operator (Home Country Direct) are possible, but you should discuss the use of the telephone first with your host family. They will be able to assist you place a collect call through the Japanese international operator.

Students are also reminded that local calls within the city are charged 10yen (15cents)/3 minutes basis – so please always ask permission to use your host family’s telephone before calling anyone.

OTHER USEFUL TIPS AND GENERAL INFORMATION

Japanese people will look after you extremely well. They are wonderful hosts. As participants, your only responsibility will be to make the visit enjoyable for your host family too.

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But the following notes will give you some idea of what you should do when you visit your homestay family:

You should give the main gift (to the parents) as soon as you arrive at your homestay (ie. Within an hour or so of arriving). That is the Japanese custom. You should also keep a small gift to give them before you leave. That is our custom, and it also lets the Japanese family knows that you have enjoyed the visit and appreciated all their efforts.

The homestay family will organize everything. They will get you to and from group meeting points and on rest days (weekends) will plan your activities.

You should make an effort, at all times, to be PLEASANT and COURTEOUS to your homestay family, even if you are feeling a little homesick, tired or bored. The homestay family will only want to do what is best.

You can help out if there are awkward moments by asking the family questions, which will lead to activities:

“What interesting things are there to do in the area?” “Can I go to the supermarket with you?” “Will you teach me to eat with chopsticks?” “Will you teach me origami (paper folding)?”

The Japanese family will be only too please to show their city and their city and their culture – they show great pride in introducing aspects of their lifestyle and culture to foreign guests.

If you can’t explain something, you should try writing it down on a piece of paper using simple English. Most Japanese people can understand written English.

If you end up in a homestay situation near to another member please be careful not to spend time visiting and talking only to each other. You will appreciate that this is highly discourteous to your hosts. You should make a good effort to communicate with your homestay family and spend lots of time with them, not the other NZ students. You should try to show an interest in all the things your homestay family do for you – even the food and drink they will provide

SHOESJapanese people do not wear shoes inside the house. Leave your shoes in the entrance to the house. They may give you a pair of slippers to wear for your stay. When you go to the toilet, however, you will see another pair. Step out of your slippers and step into the toilet pair. Don’t forget to take them off (an slip back into your own) after you have left the toilet.

Even if it is too hot to wear socks, carry a pair of cotton socks with you at all times.

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There will be many times when you have to take your shoes off – such as visiting temples or another family’s home – ant it is not a good idea to reveal “grimy and sweaty” (or “smelly”) feet. NEVER go barefoot outside, even if you do feel hot, bothered or extremely tempted!

WHAT TO WEAR:When leaving / arriving in the Sister City and Auckland:

Please wear tidy and respectable clothing. During the flight you may find the temperature on the airplane is quite cool, so remember to have a jumper or a sweatshirt with you. The flight is about 11 hours long, so you should wear clothes in which will be comfortable to sit for that length of time. If you wish, you could pack some comfortable clothing (e.g. trackpants) in your cabin luggage and change during the flight.

For formal occasions:

There will be some formal occasions (e.g. the farewell party) during the trip and it is expected that students will wear smart clothes at these times – that is, no jeans, t-shirts or shorts.

For sightseeing / time with homestay families:

Tidy and respectable casual clothing

Personal Appearance:

You will be representing your school, city and country, so you are required to keep a high standard to personal appearance while away (i.e. clean, tidy clothes, smart personal appearance, tidy hairstyle etc.). Please no radical hairstyles or clothing – these do not bring good first impressions to our Japanese hosts!

Travelling

If you miss the station that you want to get off at:

1. Get off at the next station and wait.

If you get lost:

Go to the agreed landmark and wait

IF THIS FAILS …

Ask a passerby how to get to your destination or – Find a police box (usually on corner of street)

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Ice breaker Questions Ask your host sister/brother about their daily routines in Japanese and write what time s/he does the following activities.

（れい）１．なんじに　おきますか。

１． 時（じ） 分（ぷん）に　おきます。

２． 時 分に　あさごはんを　たべます。

３． 時 分に　うちを　でます。

４． 時 分に 　がっこうに　つきます。

５． 時 分に　ひるごはんを　たべます。

６． 時 分に 　クラブかつどうを　します。

７． 時 分に 　がっこうを　でます。

８． 時 分に 　うちに　かえります。

９． 時 分に　ばんごはんを　たべます。

１０． 　時 　分に しゅくだいを　します。

１１． 　時 　分に テレビを　みます。

１２． 　時 　分に　おふろに　はいります。

１３． 　時 　分に　ねます。

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GENERAL ADVICE1. Be prepared to change your footwear to special slippers in your homestay.

2. Do not take open-toed shoes. Covered feet are polite. Jandals are worn only at the beach.

3. Do not eat while walking along or standing on the street – it is considered most impolite in Japanese culture.

4. Clothing worn in Japan is more formal than in NZ, so no torn T-shirts, torn-off jeans, or T-shirts with suggestive messages please.

5. The Japanese people are mainly quietly spoken and extremely polite – respect this by being so yourself..

6. Girls do not sit cross-legged

7. If you are unable to eat something your host puts in front of you, refuse the food politely, or the host/waitress may think that the food is either bad or not to your liking. If in doubt, just indicate that you have had sufficient – thank you. No responses of “yuk” or pulled faces.

8. Be careful what you say about your health – a comment like “that makes me sick” will get an alarmed (literal) response from Japanese hosts

9. Finally, if you are unsure about anything (either prior to departure, or during your stay in Japan) – PLEASE ASK.

For religious, superstitious, or other reasons there are several things, which should be avoided in Japan. Often the reasons for avoiding some activity are obvious, sometimes completely unknown.

1. When not using the hashi (“chopsticks) do not stick them straight up in the bowl of rice. This is how offerings of rice are prepared before placing them on Buddist altars. It is bad luck.

2. Do not pass food from hashi to hashi with someone else. This is how cremated remains are handled. Also bad luck.

3. The number 4 is unlucky in Japan because it is pronounced the same as the word for death shi. Remember you can always use yon.

4. Do not whistle at night. This is said to summon spirits. Do not cut your fingernails at night.

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忘れられない事（わすれられないこと）/ 思い出に残ること（おもいでにのこること）

Things I won’t forget

My first impressions of Japan 　　わたしの　日本の　さいしょの　いんしょう

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Day 1 : Saturday 7th April - Meet at Airport at 6:00 am! We will meet in front of the Air New Zealand check in counters

New words of the day:

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Day 2: Sunday 8th of April- Day with homestay families.

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Day 3: Monday 9th of April - Entrance ceremony at Wakaba High - first years only

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Day 4: 10th of April- At Wakaba high – Orientation- Come to school with your host sister

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Day 5 : 11th of April- Wakaba high - Visit Fukuoka Uni. and Dome

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Day 6: 12th of April- Wakaba High – Tea Ceremony and Museum

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Day 7: 13th of April- Wakaba High – Calligraphy

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Day 8: 14th of April- Free time with host family

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Day 9: 15th of April- Free time with host family

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Day 10: 16th of April- Wakaba High – Hakata city and Kushida Shrine

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Day 11: 17th of April- Wakaba high – Marinoa city and Farewell

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Tokyo Sakura Hotel Jimbocho

2-21-4Kanda-Jimbocho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, Japan 101-0051

P:+81(0)339712237or: +81 (0)3 3261 3939

info@sakura-hotel.co.jphttp://www.sakura-hotel.co.jp

Medical Information Service (non emergency)

Tokyo Metropolitan Medical Institution Information: "Himawari (Sunflower)"

Phone: +81 (0)3 5285 8181Open: 9:00am-8:00pmSeven days a week

First Aid Centre (Emergencies)

Ambulance/paramedics: 119Police: 110Fire: 119

New Zealand Embassy, Tokyo

20-40 Kamiyama-choShibuya-kuTokyo 150-0047

P:+81(0)334672271

If you need to call the indicated numbers:

From New Zealand: (parents/guardians): Dial 00 + 81 and the Japanese number without the ‘0’eg 00 81 3 3467 2271

From Japan: (students and escort teachers): Do not dial 33 but dial the ‘0’ before the number E.g: 03 3467 2271

DAILY EXPENSESMost meals in Tokyo (except for all breakfasts and one lunch) are not included in the tour price, which means you must plan a little budget for your lunches (3) and dinners (4).

Indicative prices:Lunch: 400 - 700 Yen per day Inexpensive lunch boxes are available in convenience stores and stands in railway stations and business districts.Various fast food restaurants, specializing in noodles, curry, domburi or hamburgers, also offer relatively filling meals for 700 Yen or less.

Dinner: 700 - 2,000 Yen per day At this level, you will be able to enjoy a nice dinner at a wide range of fast food and conventional restaurants, including the restaurants found in department stores where meals typically cost between 1000 and 2000 Yen.

It is recommended that you plan a budget of 1,500 ¥ (NZ$ 22) for your daily meal expenses in Tokyo.

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DETAILED ITINERARY This Detailed Itinerary may change subject to weather conditions, traffic conditions, changes notified by suppliers and the like. Informed times are indicative and may be modified (prior notice will be given to participants).

Tokyo Meals Arrangement: Breakfasts are included in the tour price and taken at the Sakura Hotel breakfast room. Lunches and dinners are not included in the tour price.

Day 1: Wednesday April 18Depart Fukuoka, Arrive Tokyo, Visit to Meiji Shrine and Shopping

9:30 Depart Fukuoka on Flight All Nippon NH246

11:10 Arrive in Tokyo Haneda Airport

±11:30 Coach transfer to Sakura Hotel Jimbocho

12:30 Arrive at Sakura Hotel Jimbocho, check in and freshen up

13:00 Lunch in a nearby restaurant

14:00 Afternoon Visit to the Meiji Shrine then Shopping in the fashionable districts of Shibuya and Harajuku, one of the

most unique fashion capitals of the world!

19:00 Dinner at a local restaurant

21:00 Return to the hotel, free evening.

Day 2 Thursday April 19Full Day Tokyo City Tour

09:00 Board the coach for a full day Tokyo City Tour: visit main sights of Tokyo such as the Diet Building, Imperial

Palace (60 min), Roppongi Hills, Tokyo Tower (45 min), Tsukiji Market (free time for lunch), Akihabara,

Kappabashi Shopping Arcade, Asakusa (Sensoji Temple & Nakamise Street) and Ryogoku Sumo Hall.

17:00 Return to the hotel

19:00 Dinner at a local restaurant

21:00 Return to the hotel, free evening.

Day 3 Friday April 20Full Day Trip to Disneyland

8:15 Board the coach for transfer to Tokyo Disneyland

Enjoy the Disney Attractions & Fun

±17:00 Board the Shinkansen train back to the Hotel

19:00 Dinner at a local restaurant

21:00 Return to the hotel, free evening.

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Day 4 Saturday April 21 Tokyo Sightseeing, Depart Tokyo

9:00 Sightseeing in Tokyo

14:00 Coach transfer to Narita International Airport

16:00 Flight check in

19:00 Depart Tokyo on Air New Zealand Flight NZ90

Day 5 Sunday April 22 Arrive Auckland

08:45 Arrive Auckland International Airport

Parents and guardians to pick up students from the international arrival hall.

HOTEL IN TOKYO – Sakura Hotel Jimbocho

Students and their teachers will be staying at the Sakura Hotel in Jimbocho located within walking distance from the Tokyo Dome, Nippon Budokan and the Imperial Palace.Students will be staying in quad rooms and accompanying teachers will be hosted in single rooms. Each room is air conditioned, and equipped with a TV and wireless Internet for laptop users. On each floor there are shared restrooms, showers, and wash basins.

INTERNETAvailable at the hotel:[Guest room] Free wireless Internet access[Cafe] Free wireless Internet access

LAUNDRYAvailable at the hotel: one washing machine and one dryer on the B1 floor

For more information about the hotel facilities, please visit: http://www.sakura-hotel.co.jp/jimbocho/facilities

The nearest subway is 2 minutes away at "Jimbocho Station" (Exit 1 or Exit 6) Tokyo Metro Hanzomon Line, Shinjuku Line & Mita Line can be boarded there.

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TOKYO IN A NUTSHELL

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Day 12: 18th of April- Tokyo – Meet at Wakaba at 7:30 am

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Day 13: 19th of April- Tokyo City Tour

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Day 14: 20th of April- Disneyland

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Day 15: 21st of April- Leave Tokyo

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USEFUL PHRASESShoppingこれを　ください I’ll have this pleaseこれを　おねがい　します I’ll have this please (more polite)～は　いくらですか How much is the …?At your homestayいって　きます I’m going out (when leaving the house)ただいま I’m back (when arriving home)ごめん　なさい I’m sorryすみませんが。。。 Excuse me but… (for requests)(…..) は　どこですか Where is the …? (person) は　どこに　いますか Where is …?もう　いちど　いって　ください Please say that againすみませんが、わかりません I’m sorry, I don’t understandここに　かきとって　ください Please write it down here つまらない　もの　ですが。。。 It’s just something small but …

(when handing over a gift)おきる　じかんは　何時ですか When do you get up?～は　何時ですか What time is …?ねても　いいですか May I go to bed?よく　ねました、ありがとう I slept well, thankyouてつだっても　いいですか May I help?おふろに　はいっても　いいですか May I have a bath?～が　いりますか Do I need a …?しゃしんを　とっても　いいですか May I take a photo?ようふくを　せんたく　しても　いいですか　May I wash some clothes?これを　つかいますか May I use this?Eating いただきます (said before eating)ごちそう　さま　でした (said after eating)～を　とって　ください Please pass me the …はい、おねがい　します Yes please (when asked if you would like more)いいえ、けっこうです No thanks, I’m fine (when offered

more to eat)おなかが　いっぱいです I’m fullOut and aboutすみませんが。。。 Excuse me but…(when making a

request)place ゆきの　きっぷは　いくらですかHow much is a ticket to…?いちまい　おねがい　します Please give me 1 ticket　　

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place は　どこに　ありますか Where is the …?

Weather いい　おてんきですね It’s nice weather isn’t itあたたかい　ですね It’s warm isn’t itすずしい　ですね It’s cool isn’t itIf you are lostすみません。みちに　まよいました。 Excuse me I’m lost.こうばんは　どこですか。 Where is the police box?こうしゅうでんわはどこですか。 Where is the public phone?(place)にはどういけばいいですか。 How do I get to ….?(place)に行きたいのですが。。。 I want to go to (place) …..けいたいでんわがありますか。 Do you have a cellphone?つかってもいいですか。 May I use it please?

The BathroomMay I have a shower? シャワーをあびてもいいですか。

Shawaa o abite mo ii desuka.May I have a bath? おふろにはいってもいいですか。

Ofuro ni haitte mo ii desuka.Thank you for letting me go before you おさきに　いただきました。(said when you have bathed before others in the family) Osaki ni itadakimashita.　

Where’s the toilet トイレは　どこですか　　Toire wa doko desuka

Could I please borrow…? ＿＿＿を　かりてもいいですか。 ＿＿＿o karite mo ii desuka.

Hair drier ヘア　ドライア　　Hea doraia

I have some washing ちょっと せんたく が あるん ですが。Chotto sentaku ga arun desuga.

What shall I do with my washing? せんたくは どう しましょうか。 Sentaku wa doo shimashoo ka

HealthI’m tired つかれた tsukareta

I’m going to be sick はきけ が します hakike ga shimasu　　Sleepy ねむい nemui

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I have a cough せき が でます seki ga demasu

I don’t feel well きもち が わるい kimochi ga warui

I have diarrhoea げり します geri shimasu

I am constipated べんぴ します benpi shimasu

I have my period せいり です seiri desu

Itchy かゆい kayui

I’ve caught a cold かぜ を ひきました kaze o hikimashita

I have a fever ねつ が あります netsu ga arimasu

_____ hurts / aches _____が いたい です ____ga itai desu

A FEW INTERESTING WEBSITES

If you want to learn more about Tokyo and Japan and prepare your stay:

http://www.japan-guide.com

http://www.tourism.metro.tokyo.jp/english/index.html

http://www.tokyoessentials.com/

This trip was organised with assistance from:

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