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What main languages are spoken here?:

Japanese is widely spoken in Japan. 

What type of money is used here?:

The Japanese yen is their main currency. 

How much does a bottle of water cost?:

It costs about 100 yen, which is the equivalent of .96 cents in USD. 

What was the best meal this week?:

Okonomiyaki, which is basically a savory pancake, was my absolute favorite meal. All of the good eats for me were in Osaka, Japan. Luckily, a girl I traveled with had watched numerous YouTube videos about Japanese culture and food, so I ate whatever she ate. The traditional dishes we tried were as follows:  Taiyaki (fish-shaped cake), Takoyaki (fried octopus balls), Okonomiyaki (savory pancake), Daifuku (mochi with strawberry), and Melon Pan (bread with ice cream). Also, I stumbled across a Garret’s popcorn and Krispy Kreme donut in Osaka, Japan! 

What music did I listen to this week?:

I listened to J-Pop, which is Japanese pop music. Arashi is one of the most popular boy bands in Japan. 

What activity was the most fun this week?:

The second night I stayed in a capsule, and I absolutely loved it! A capsule is a small space with a bed that you can rent for a night.

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