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Japan Switch|The first group of 10 people departed for the first group wearing a Japanese flag mask and the man boarded the plane alone: ​​no return to the countryside for two years

2022-06-22T02:11:42.448Z


Japan announced earlier that it will switch to accepting tourists. The first Japanese tour group in Hong Kong, which has been in violation for more than two years, departed from Hong Kong International Airport this morning (22nd). Some young members of the group wore masks with the Japanese flag printed on them this morning.


Japan announced earlier that it will switch to accepting tourists. The first Japanese tour group in Hong Kong, which has been in violation for more than two years, departed from Hong Kong International Airport this morning (22nd).

A young group member wore a mask with the Japanese flag printed on it this morning and set off alone with the group. He said that he had been there more than 10 times in the past year, but he had not been there for more than two years under the epidemic. Yen to eat, drink and have fun: "I want to go to Hokkaido to eat Yubari melons, and I want to go to an izakaya." Another group member in his 70s said that he wanted to go to the mainland, but the mainland had to be quarantined for 21 days, so he went to Japan for sightseeing first.


The first Japanese tour group after the outbreak of the epidemic left today (June 22), and 10 group members checked in at Hong Kong Airport at 7:00 this morning.

(Photo by Liang Pengwei)

Tour to Hokkaido, Tokyo Skytree and Shinjuku

The number of passengers in this group is 10, and the flight is expected to take off at 9:30 in the morning to Tokyo Narita Airport. The 7-day itinerary will visit Hokkaido, Furano Flower Field, Biei Lavender, Otaru, Tokyo Skytree and Shinjuku for shopping Wait, the group fee is 19,999 yuan for the return to the quarantine hotel in Hong Kong.

Bring 400,000 Yen to eat, drink and have fun: Tai Nai is worth it for 7 days of quarantine when returning to Hong Kong

Many group members arrived at the scene to check in before 7:00 in the morning. Although it was early in the morning, the group members were very excited and did not feel sleepy at all. They were looking forward to their trip to Japan.

Mr. Lei, a member of the group, put on a mask with the Japanese flag printed on it and went to check-in.

As soon as he saw the reporter, he said excitedly, "I haven't been to (Japan) in two years!" He also pointed out that he went there 10 times a year before the epidemic. Although there were many independent trips in the past, but now there are more restrictions, you can still try to join a group , has exchanged 400,000 yen to eat, drink and have fun: "It's too patient to go, the 7-day quarantine is worth it, and it's acceptable to do anything."

Applying for a visa was only approved yesterday after twists and turns

He also said that when he first learned that Japan Switch was not planning to go, he found out that the time was right, so he signed up for a try.

He pointed out that this time he had to apply for a visa in advance, but the process was twists and turns, and it was only approved yesterday. Because it was the first time in all aspects, it took more time to check the documents, and the authorities were also very serious, so the waiting time for approval was long.

Mr. Lei (second from left) said that he visited Japan more than 10 times a year before the epidemic, but this time is the first time in two years.

(Photo by Liang Pengwei)

Looking forward to eating cantaloupe in Hokkaido and miss Japanese izakaya

I haven't "returned to the countryside" for more than two years, what Japanese thing do you miss most?

Mr. Lei said with a smile that he misses Japanese food very much. He has a trip to Hokkaido to eat cantaloupe. The season is just right, and he is looking forward to going to an izakaya and so on.

He also said that he is not afraid of being diagnosed, because each unit has anti-epidemic measures, and the restaurant will also record the seat when eating.

Just ask for a 5-day leave, Mr. Lei: The company hired me (after returning to Hong Kong) to work in a hotel

Mr. Lei also said that although the group fee is more expensive than in the past, if an individual book a quarantine hotel, plane, etc., the price is actually similar.

He pointed out that this time he took a five-day vacation, including a total of seven days on weekends, and the company could also let him work in a quarantine hotel to avoid the problem of asking for leave. "My colleagues have asked me to buy souvenirs." He also said that he likes Japan's cleanliness and public order. There are many good food and delicious food, and I have learned Japanese myself, and I look forward to going to the local practice.

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The two couples have taken sufficient epidemic prevention measures to go to Japan and most want to return to the mainland: but they must be quarantined for three weeks

Another group member, Mr. Chen, who is in his 70s, is traveling with his wife. He said that although the tour fee is more expensive, and the quarantine will take 7 days, "but there is no way, sometimes everyone is happy." He said that he will try his best to take epidemic prevention measures, such as Wear a mask and prepare for pain.

As for why he wanted to go to Japan, Mr. Chen said frankly, "I want to see what I eat, not necessarily Japan. Actually, I want to go to the mainland, but I have to quarantine for three weeks."

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To celebrate the first Japanese tour group after the outbreak of the epidemic, Toyoyo sent commemorative certificates to each group member, and ANA also sent computer bags to passengers.

▼Japan announces the switch on June 10▼


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Japan Switch|Hong Kong Express to Tokyo flight departs on 6.24. Round-trip airfare with tax is the cheapest at $5496 Including miscellaneous fees 11,000 yen per person ︱ There is no limit on the number of people in the tour group. EGL East Travel pushes Hokkaido 7-day tour to be the most flat 16,000 yen switch. Passengers must purchase travel insurance covering the new crown virus and must be accompanied by a tour guide throughout the journey

Source: hk1

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