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The video discusses various useful apps and tips for travelers in Japan. It highlights alternatives to Google Translate for voice translation, such as Voice Tra and Deeple, as well as apps like Tablog for finding eateries and Ramen Beast for locating the best ramen spots. Safety Tips and Weather Japan apps are recommended for emergency preparedness and accurate weather reports. The importance of using map modes for weather checks, water fountain apps like "My Mizu" to reduce plastic bottle use, monitoring IC card balances, cash withdrawal methods, and avoiding common travel mistakes are also emphasized.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses alternatives to Google Translate for instant voice translation, recommending Voice Tra for superior and more human-like voice translations. They also suggest using Deeple for scanning text, typing phrases, or translating words, as it produces more natural-sounding phrases. The video highlights Tablog as a popular app for finding eateries in Japan, with a user-friendly interface, essential information on restaurants, and a rating system. Additionally, Ramen Beast is recommended for those looking for the best ramen spots, particularly in Tokyo and other cities across Japan. Safety Tips app is suggested for travelers to prepare for emergencies such as earthquakes and typhoons, providing advice, ready-to-use communication cards, and alerts. Lastly, Weather Japan is mentioned for accurate weather reports, especially in smaller cities and rural areas, ensuring travelers are prepared for their trip.
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In this part of the video, it is highlighted how convenient it is to use a map mode to quickly check the weather in nearby cities. The video also mentions the abundance of water fountains in Japan, accessible through the “My Mizu” app, reducing the need for plastic bottles. To monitor your IC card balance while traveling, installing a balance checker app is recommended. It is emphasized that withdrawing cash in Japan is easy, typically through 7-Eleven ATMs or post offices which are widely available and can be located using JP Post’s ATM finder for precise information. The importance of avoiding common travel mistakes is also mentioned in the video.