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  turk182 on 20/08/2016 - 10:19

  +14

  Finally. Deal from canberra

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  Phreakuency on 20/08/2016 - 10:31

  Ooh, when does this sale end?

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  alexlim2000 on 20/08/2016 - 11:01

  +3

  Waiting for something for April. I know it is cherry blossom season, but thats the point

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  INFIDEL on 20/08/2016 - 11:37

  Seems a good price…
  I've often seen Qantas code-share passengers on my Jetstar flights to Japan. The only advantage over frugal Jetstar passengers were the meals, luggage allowance, comfort pack (blanket, etc), seat allocation, etc.

  I don't know if that is the situation here. Best to check before booking & may vary with route.

  I frequently fly on Jetstar to Japan. Flew March-April this year for Sakura $249 return from Cairns. I scored free movies both way & free dinner & breakfast on way back - by pure luck as I didn't book an allocated seat, being frugal.

  (Site on phone gave me an incorrect search - best to use desktop version.)

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    [Deactivated] on 20/08/2016 - 12:42

    +4

    The look of horror as overpriced QF ticket holders realise they are flying on jetstar!

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      INFIDEL on 20/08/2016 - 13:41

      Most were Japanese & unaware. Their travel agent would have handled the bookings.

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    Bellpop on 20/08/2016 - 12:54

    +1

    Shock horror. Sending our thoughts

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    Obake on 20/08/2016 - 14:13

    the flight from brisbane doesn't look code share. jetstar flights from bne have stop overs in cns. these qantas flight are direct

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      INFIDEL on 20/08/2016 - 14:17

      Yes, direct flights won't be code-shared if Jetstar doesn't depart direct to Japan from that airport. That's the case from BNE.

      The Qantas code-shared direct flights I've taken with Jetstar were from Gold Coast & Cairns to Japan. I think the flights may also have been code-shared with JAL.

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    callum9999 on 21/08/2016 - 11:44

    Are you just being nosy or is there an obvious way to tell people are on QF tickets? All the things you listed are offered, and regularly purchased, as extras on normal jetstar tickets.

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      INFIDEL on 21/08/2016 - 15:19

      +2

      When taking those flights many times, there's not that much to do in 8hr+ but observe what goes on… & I'm always curious.

      QF passengers are often placed throughout the economy area of the plane. The code-shared flight is announced. After boarding, their goodies have been distributed before those paying for them on Jetstar. Jetstar passengers often ask when they will receive theirs. Qantas passengers would also have a baggage allowance etc that Jetstar passengers pay for. Otherwise there is no difference between those paying far more & a humble Jetstar passenger like myself.

      Plus I'm always ready to help myself to the free blankets left behind on arrival. The temperature dropped to 2C mid-April. I distributed them to a few homeless I got to know, along with clean warm clothes & sleeping bag I got from other travelers. My cheap hotel caters for foreigners working in Japan. When they leave, there's lots of free goodies to distribute. Japanese homeless are like most Japaneses, curious, polite, and grateful for help at a time of need. We've shared some wonderful times. (Of course homeless & poor will not be welcomed at or around your hotel, in just about any country. I just take them for a meal, a walk, a chat.)

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  xivion on 20/08/2016 - 12:51

  Nothing for the november period? :(

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    INFIDEL on 20/08/2016 - 13:42

    Valid for travel May-June 2017!

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  trienchieu12 on 20/08/2016 - 13:09

  Qantas food is terrible, narrow seats with poor facilities, better travel with Sing air or Japan air

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  dantione on 20/08/2016 - 14:09

  +2

  Same price at BestJet $771 ex BNE, no CCard fees so you get your travel insurance etc. Also flights available in March/April. Have a play around.

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    INFIDEL on 20/08/2016 - 14:22

    Thanks - good flight dates for popular Sakura (cherry blossom) season (end of March, early April depending on location & altitude).

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      KBZ on 20/08/2016 - 14:24

      I was gonna say the same, Sakura season dates make it even better.

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        Daabido on 20/08/2016 - 14:40

        Prepare to pay triple for hotels and there are people everywhere, more so than usual.

        I've done it once. Loved it, but never again.

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        INFIDEL on 20/08/2016 - 14:48

        @Daabido:
        Depends where you go. Sakura viewing is popular among the Japanese. They book out even backpacker dorm rooms in places like Kyoto. Most Japanese are frugal, so book up to a year ahead to reserve a cheap & handy place. That's a reason only dearer places are left, especially if you haven't booked ahead.

        I stayed much cheaper in Osaka in April this year, catching direct trains into popular viewing areas like Arashiyama, West of Kyoto. Buses within Kyoto usually are packed & take their time getting to the same place through city traffic.

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        Daabido on 20/08/2016 - 15:01

        @Infidel: I Airbnb'ed it in Osaka so it was about the same price as a cheapish hotel room. Buses in Kyoto are already on my no-go list.

        I did get a bus from the back of Himeji to the mountain behind and climbed it for my second time. Just as magical as the first and only one person seen in hours of bliss looking out over Himeji covered with flowers.

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        INFIDEL on 20/08/2016 - 15:09

        +1

        @Daabido:
        Walking the mountain paths is so refreshing compared to the busy streets. A perfect way to escape the crowds. There's usually a temple or shrine along the way 🎏

        Himeji-jo is beautiful with the Sakura around the start of April - pink blossoms against the white castle walls.

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        Daabido on 20/08/2016 - 15:20

        @Infidel: I completely agree. I have caught the path walking bug the last two times I have been to Japan.

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        INFIDEL on 20/08/2016 - 15:31

        +2

        @Daabido:
        Kumano Kodo (Wakayama, Nara, & Mii prefectures) is a definite favourite.

        UNESCO listed 1000 year old trails, Shrines along the way through the mountains… sublime & tranquil. Would take years to walk it all. I've only taken small bites since 2008 & been thoroughly rewarded.

        Japanese are surprised to find foreigners walking - it's more a religious duty for them. Met a man who had been walking the mountains & observing ascetic practices (bathing under freezing waterfalls, etc) since he was 21 - he was then 71 & still walking the mountains with his very basic belongings on his back.

        I've walked part of the 88 Temple circuit on Shikoku. Walking with Henro on their 2 month pilgrimage is a memorable experience. People give pilgrims wonderful fruit & treat them so well. Luckily I benefited from that generosity.

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        Meconium on 20/08/2016 - 20:11

        +1

        @Infidel: That sounds awesome. I've lived in Japan but never really experienced the spiritual side. It must mean something to them, considering they have such beautiful religious buildings. They never shove their spiritual beliefs down your throat (unless you count tentacle porn) which is great and refreshing for a country where people undertake pilgrimages.

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        INFIDEL on 20/08/2016 - 21:07

        +1

        @Meconium:
        You have been lucky - living in Japan.
        I just grab a few weeks to months here & there. I'll never understand Japanese culture, but I try.

        I've had interesting conversations with Mormons in Tokyo. They were perplexed why people take their leaflets, but never turn up for their meetings. I asked if they had some cultural training to understand before trying to convert locals - no.

        Japanese in general are polite, don't want to cause offence or argue, follow rituals because of expectation & others also perform them, and aren't that religious. Can't see them trying to convert anyone. They find it strange that we are interested. Their religious affiliation is often put as born Shinto, married Christian, die Buddhist - it's flexible for most.

        As a Foreigner, people ask me questions or discuss deep topics closed to Japanese. It's a privileged position. It's my main way I know into the culture, through their curiosity. So I am fortunate to meet amazing people. It takes time & openness.

        But there are many ways into the spiritual in Japan, as everything seems connected.

        I started training this April in Osaka in basic Rakugo - 400 year old traditional storytelling. Rakugo developed out of moral Shinto stories. Attempting any traditional form earns respect (a photo of me with my teacher was used to promote a Rakugo event in Kobe), and possible entry into another realm. Well worth the journey.

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        Meconium on 25/08/2016 - 16:17

        @Infidel: Rakugo sounds cool. I've seen it a few times but my Japanese isn't good enough to follow everything. Check out the TV show Tiger & Dragon if you haven't already, it's about a yakuza guy who trains in rakugo, and a very Japanese brand of hilarity ensues.

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        INFIDEL on 25/08/2016 - 16:38

        @Meconium:
        Thanks, Meconium 🎏

        I was cheating - Rakugo in English. Sort of baby Rakugo, often used to help Japanese learn English. When Japanese perform in English, it is a struggle for them, remembering the English story & not wanting to make a mistake. So for English speakers, it's easy, but allows us to concentrate on the traditions of the performance.

        It's more social than traditional. A great way to mix with locals, when not speaking much local language. I hung out with an apprentice English Rakugo performer. Appeared on TV in 2013 when attempting my first short Rakugo. Was recognised in streets & parks after that.

        I watched as my teacher taught a class in Japanese Rakugo to Japanese. Like all Japanese art forms, it is taken very seriously. Once you understand the basics of the story, it's great to watch the mechanics of the performance.

        Love the humour in Rakugo, so will check out Tiger & Dragon. Humouous drama around traditional (often humorous) art form… But I will struggle with the language.

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      dantione on 20/08/2016 - 14:57

      I did Sakura last year, and missed it by a few week this year. Usually go to Japan twice a year, I'll be moving to Osaka next year. But in my opinion, it's the best time of year to visit Japan- not only for the flowers, but the festivals and sentiment amongst the people. During Hanami parties last year, I was approached by many (slightly drunk) Japanese people in parks, all out celebrating. Met some wonderful people, who took us for dinner, showed us around, even took one of them up on a homestay offer. As a result, spent Christmas with them in 2015 for a week.

      I'm even planning my move to Osaka next year around Sakura.

      Highly recommend going to Japan during cherry blossoms!

      PS don't drink the fermented cherry blossom flower tea (don't know the name, traditional Japanese drink - only horrible thing I've tasted in Japan). It's like hot ocean water.

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    Daabido on 20/08/2016 - 15:05

    +3

    • Prices in AUD and include taxes and fees for payments made with Visa Debit. Card surcharges, Paypal 1.5%, Visa Credit & Mastercard 1.9% Diners & Amex 3.5%. Fares exclude any local taxes that are payable at the airport.

    bestjet.com.au

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      dantione on 20/08/2016 - 15:09

      +2

      My apologies! Looks like BestJet have changed their "No credit card fees, ever" policy. Not impressed! I've been using them for 5yr!

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  worldwidehappiness on 20/08/2016 - 14:45

  Anyone know about cheap accommodation (not backpackers) that's close enough to Tokyo to get the full Tokyo experience?

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    INFIDEL on 20/08/2016 - 14:53

    +1

    Depends a lot on your needs - how many people, how long, what you expect.

    Apartments or rooms with Airbnb can be good value.

    I stayed in a largish apartment room, accessing kitchen, bathroom, lounge - shared with 3 other bedrooms. That was $150/wk with coffee & basic breakfast at Inn for 1 person with double bed, Christmas 2014. Area was rundown, but very safe, a few stations from central Tokyo. That was from a hotel manager I got to know after the big earthquake.

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    dantione on 20/08/2016 - 15:05

    +2

    Look up capsule hotels. You can literally rock up this time of year. Only time you'd need to pre-book is in first week of Jan. They're cheap too, around ¥3000. Bit harder to find for women - so check before

    My little secret in Shibuya is "Century Shibuya" capsule hotel, super central and cheap. I've stayed there 4x. Cheapest booking via Rakuten.co.jp - you'll save heaps of money via Rakuten. Very basic Japanese needed, Google won't usually translate.

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      Daabido on 20/08/2016 - 15:12

      +1

      Nice. I will have the place to myself after I start snoring like a speeding bullet train.

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        dantione on 20/08/2016 - 15:15

        +1

        Avoid touristy capsule hotels. I've done it twice before, and they are terrible! So noisy, people are all in different time zones, inconsiderate, etc. Jap ones all the way!

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      INFIDEL on 20/08/2016 - 15:21

      +1

      Not an option I would necessarily suggest for those new to Japan. But a very Japanese experience.
      Often in central locations near train stations.
      Non-tourist ones usually expect a basic understanding of Japanese ways. They can worry we may disturb their Japanese guests.
      May not suit those travelling together, like families, as females need to stay in different areas. Some may be male only.

      It can be an experience. And like all experiences, worth trying if it's for you.

      For half that price in your own room, I save my Yen & stay in cheap business hotels or rooms in apartments in the poorer but safe neighbourhoods. Close to subways, English speaking staff, friendly, have maps & advice for travellers. Staff always warmly welcome me back. Mainly foreigners stay in these places, although some cater mainly for Japanese.

      eg $13/n (basic futon on Tatami mat tiny room in Osaka April 16) & $150/wk a/c Western style apartment larger room with basic breakfast in Tokyo, Christmas 14). Price at time of stay & per person.

      Have thoroughly enjoyed myself. But I wouldn't suggest that either, if funds aren't an issue.

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      Nalar on 20/08/2016 - 16:39

      Remember no tattoo policy at most capsule hotels. Agoda books a bunch of them in shinjuku/shibuya

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        dantione on 20/08/2016 - 17:53

        Valid point. If you're clearly not Japanese, in my experience with my friends - capsule hotels are ok with tattoos. They know you're not Yakuza haha. But very good point!

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        Nalar on 20/08/2016 - 18:01

        @aryan12: I had that traditional rule following stop me from staying a few places, until i just lied

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        Obake on 20/08/2016 - 20:28

        I read somewhere it wasn't to stop the yakuza but to stop the drunken Russian ship crew back in the day. If you were yakuza, I doubt you're going to get denied access anywhere.

        But yeah, I think establishments are being told by the government to relax the no tattoo policy with the olympics coming to Japan.

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        Michael1983 on 21/08/2016 - 09:13

        @Obake:
        Привет комрад!
        That's so untrue. Most Russian ship crew end up unloading seafood at Hokkaido ports. Didn't see any at Tokyo or Osaka.
        BTW good deal with those travels, being there 5 times in 4 years and another though short stop-over (just a night) in December flying from Brisbane to the Russian Far east :)

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    KupoHo on 23/08/2016 - 18:08

    +1

    We stayed in airbnb apartments and they are much more affordable. More room than a standard hotel room but I found it still quite compact (especially the bathroom) but I just assume that's what Tokyo is like. they were well situated closed to subway stations though! The one we had in Osaka was cheaper and way more spacious and included apple TV and unlimited portable wifi. Would definitely go airbnb route if we go back to Japan again.

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  Obake on 20/08/2016 - 14:53

  +2

  Thanks TA, this deal doesn't apply to me but now I know I can get qantas flights direct to japan from brisbane :) costs a little more than jetstar but I would gladly pay the difference to avoid a stopover in cairns or not having to drive to the gold coast and back!

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  D6C1 on 20/08/2016 - 17:33

  Why is from Sydney more expensive considering Melbourne is further away to Tokyo?

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    dantione on 20/08/2016 - 17:54

    +2

    Multitude of reasons: ground taxes/landing fees, demand, market (business vs holiday), total route capacity, etc

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    Trance N Dance on 20/08/2016 - 21:36

    +1

    MEL isn't that much further away approximately 220 miles from Narita.
    As for why SYD is more expensive than MEL, it's because the flight exSYD are to HND and the flights exMEL are via BNE and to NRT.
    QF are usually very good with co-rated destinations/origins in regards to fares. Usually they're no more than $10 apart from each other on sale fares ex-East Coast (as can be seen by the fares from BNE, CBR and MEL).

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    [Deactivated] on 21/08/2016 - 18:16

    It's a world's most liveable city discount (*)

    • = Grew up in Sydney, living in Melbourne and I rate both cities pretty equal :)
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  TRD on 21/08/2016 - 00:59

  Any July 2017 sales?

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    INFIDEL on 21/08/2016 - 08:09

    +1

    Have you checked? This sale is May-June 17, but reportedly available for some dates in April, so possible for dates in July 17.
    Happy travels.

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  spb on 22/08/2016 - 00:25

  So noob question coming up what does the "ex" mean\stand for in the title?

  QANTAS to Tokyo Return ex Bris $771, Melb $772, Adel $773, ACT $776, Syd $809, Perth $838 @ IWTF

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    Nalar on 22/08/2016 - 06:36

    +2

    Exiting