* On-site registration is available
   JPY cash only

<On-site registration fee>

Lunch will be served for attendees.
Please note that the quantity is limited.

Welcome Reception

Photo with Prof. Toshikazu Yoshikawa

Banquet   *Registered Applicants Only

* The Kyoto area uses 100V AC/60Hz.
* Devices that take 110V AC will work fine.
* The shape of power outlets http://kropla.com/!ab.htm is identical those used in the United States
   (two blades in parallel) except most outlets do not have third hole for a ground pin.

those used in the United States (two blades in parallel) except most outlets do not have third hole for a ground pin.

* Most small shops, taxicabs and train stations do not accept credit cards.
   It is advised to carry some JPY cash.
* There is no tipping habit in Japan.
* VAT of 5% will be added to every purchase you make.
* 1USD = 110JPY ; 1EUR = 160JPY (roughly)
   Yahoo currency converter
* Citibank ATMs are located in Kansai International Airport (KIX). Open 24 hrs.
   List of Citibank branches in Kyoto area.
* Foreign credit, debit and cash cards can be used at Post Office ATMs.

The Japanese cellphone network is not compatible with GSM, but it IS compatible with 3G technology.
CDMA is in service, however, if you need a cellphone,

(1) rent it at the airport
     Kansai Airport: Shop location
     Narita Airport: Shop location
(2) buy prepaid-card phones at a convenience store.
     Show ID to shop staff to buy. The cost is about 10,000 JPY - 20,000 JPY for the phone itself
     and have to get phone card as well. If your stay is short, a rental phone is much cheaper
     than prepaid phone.

Emergency calls: Fire department/Ambulance: 119, Police: 110

Japan National Tourist Organization (JNTO)
Japan Information and Culture Center
Discover Japan (General Information)
Kyoto Convention Bureau
Kyoto City Tourism and Cultural Information
KYOTO VISITOR'S GUIDE
wikitravel Japan
about Japan (wikipedia)
Onsen, Japanese hot springs (wikipedia)
Kyoto light up bus tour (Japanese site only)