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My Japan Holiday 2022 (9th August)

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Dear Folks, When you are reading this blog, I would have been back to Singapore already. In the blink of the eye, 3 weeks has passed and let me recap the highlights and memories of this trip. Let's begin... ... On the night of 8th August, I took flight via Japan Airlines to Haneda Airport for the first time. Upon arrival, I was greeted by a warm and bright sun. What a sight before arrival.  Upon arrival at Haneda Airport, I was heading to the COVID screening centre and within 1 hour, I completed the screening process immigration procedures as I have downloaded the MySOS app and the fast track functions.  After collecting my luggages, I went to Yamato services to deliver my luggages to Fukuoka.  I went to the JR East Office but it was still closed. It opens at 8am and while I was waiting, I took photos at the nihonbashi replica. I also waited for Yoshinoya to open as I also wanted to eat breakfast.  After eating breakfast, I headed to the JR East Office to change my J...

Journey to Japan Holiday (Pre Departure Preparation)

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Hi everyone, Thank you for waiting. In this blog I just wanted to share about my visa application as mentioned earlier.  After I have collected my new passport, I booked my flight with Japan Airlines. After booking, I contacted Wanping from Tokudaw Inc and she helped me to apply for the visa through MOFA website in Japan. The documents that I emailed to her were my passport, flight and accommodation details. Within a couple of days, she emailed me the visa that she received from Japan MOFA. She also gave me a list of things that I need to do when I am applying in Singapore. Please refer to the list stated below: 1) Go to Singapore's Ministry of Foreign Affairs website 2) Book an appointment to submit documents at the Japan Embassy in Singapore 3) Prepare documents: I) Travel itinerary and cover page  or Schedule of Stay II) Written Pledge  III) Visa application form IV) Tour conductor certificate V) ERFS Certificate  VI) Passport size photograph VII) Identity Card...