we have just ordered the wifi device to keep up to 10 people connected. remember, if you want to go on your own you will need to supply your own internet. you can find many wifi spots in Japan but connecting to them is hard to do.

we are 35 days away, have you purchased your tickets yet?
the main flight has 13 open seats left.

the google translate app is getting updates. give Japanese a try.

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2015/01/14/google-translate-update_n_6466488.html?ncid=fcbklnkushpmg00000063

The 2015 Japan trip is now getting booked.  for those wanting to join us but wish to purchase their own tickets, the flight information is as follows.

Depart March 15th, 2015
JAL, LAX  -> NRT 1:05pm

Return April 2nd, 2015
JAL, NRT -> LAX 5:25pm

We will be purchasing the flights to Japan starting next week.  Those that have submitted payment, any increase offset will be covered based on the cost of the ticket.  Once your ticket has been appropriated, we will reserve your hotel room.  if you are planning on buying your airlines and reserving your own hotel, we can inform you of our plans so you may match your.

New HotSpot rental link listed in the members resource page for travel to Japan.

We have found a fun Japanese learning game for tablets and phones.
http://www.takosjapanese.com/
So far the play is fun, but if the tablet does not respond well you may find the game marking you wrong.

looks like the people at Docomo have released a new live translation app. it seems to be a paid service so we will be testing it on our trip next year.

http://www.japantoday.com/category/travel/view/docomo-introduces-jspeak-translation-app-for-travelers-to-japan

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=jp.co.nttdocomo.interpreterphone3.global1

http://www.japantoday.com/category/national/view/yoyogi-park-reopens-after-57-day-closure-due-to-dengue-fever

here is a link to some helpful information for getting in and out of the airport

http://www.nippon.com/en/features/h10003/