Starting Out

I've always wanted to visit the Orient. I finally have found the means for a month-or-so long trip and I've decided to write about both the planning process and the trip itself. The itinerary is currently as empty as it is broad: Japan first for around a week, then on to China for three weeks or so. Currently I'm looking at the beginning of the summer, possibly leaving in late May. Supposedly this isn't the best time to go, but I don't really have any other options, as I have obligations in September. I'm currently talking with a couple of friends that have traveled to the Far East to see what they recommend. For now I think this will mainly be used as a place to jot down ideas and keep annotated links for myself (and others planning a similar trip :). Heading off to bed now.

Ideas and links:

• MetaFilter post on traveling in Japan cheaply.
• JapanRail passes are highly recommended.