Nagahama is located at north part of Lake Biwa, which is the largest freshwater body in Japan from time immemorial has been nurturing its natural life. Shiga prefecture is a lake country that preserves the beautiful nature surrounding Lake Biwa and deeply appreciates its historical cultural heritage which has developed along with the lake.
Access to the Venue
1) Arrival in Kansai International Airport (KIX)
The most recommended way to Nagahama from KIX is as below. KIX (EXPRESS HARUKA / 70min)KYOTO STA. (JR Tokaido / 60min.) NAGAHAMA
2) Arrival in Narita International Airport
When you arrive in Narita, you may take JR Narita Express to Tokyo Station. NRT (JR Narita Express NEX / 60min.)TOKYO STA. (Bullet train, Shinkansen “ HIKARI ”)MAIBARA (JR Hokuriku Line)NAGAHAMA
December is the begging of winter season in Japan. The average maximum and minimum temperatures are about 5 ºC and 15 ºC. The average precipitation is about 60mm and it sometimes snows.
Currency
Japanese YEN. Its exchange rate is $1 = about ¥110 (as of October 2004)
Traveler's Checks and Credit Cards
Traveler's checks are not common in Japan. Major credit cards such as VISA are widely accepted. However, there is no ATM service in town of Nagahama.
Insurance
Participants are recommended to arrange their own overseas travel insurance.
Time Difference
Japan Standard Time (JST) is +9 hours ahead in relation to Coordinated Universal Time (UTC).
Electrical Appliances
100 volts / 60Hz / flat two-pronged plug type (see below) is used in eastern Japan.
Tipping
No tipping required in hotels and restaurants in Japan.
Visa
Visitors those who need an entry visa must apply to a Japanese Embassy or Consulate in each country. Please do not hesitate to contact the local secretariat if you need our support.
Local Support on Your Travel and Accommodation
If you require any support on your travel, please contact: Prime International Co., Ltd.
Fax: +81-3-5467-5538
E-mail: adeos2@prime-intl.co.jp
Earth Observation Research and application Center Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency
