The electricity voltage in Japan is 100V AC with a frequency of 60Hz in Western Japan area. Please note that plugs in Japan are a 2 flat-prong type (type A). Plug adapters for personal appliances may be necessary if you require a 3-prong or round plug.
Insurance
The organizers of CORS2010 do not accept liability for individual medical, travel or personal insurance. Participants are advised to make their own arrangements for any necessary insurance.
Language
The official language of the meeting is English. Public transportations have signs written in English, Chinese and Korean, however, majority of the people speak Japanese outside the venue.
Money Matters
Currency in Japan is Yen (¥, JPY). Cash is the most widely accepted paying method in Japan.Major credit cards such as American Express, Visa and MasterCard may be accepted at many hotels, department stores, shops and restaurants.
Tipping
Tipping is not a general custom in Japan. The service charge is generally included in the bill at most hotels and restaurants.
Located in central Japan, Kyoto is well known as the former imperial capital of Japan. Kyoto attracts tourists from home and abroad with many sites which have been designated as UNESCO World Heritage list, and they are located just close to the conference venue.
The average temperature in Kyoto at October is high 22°C / 72°F, low 11°C / 52°F. The weather in Kyoto this period is particularly stable and predictable, making it the most popular season to visit the ancient capital. Autumn is also a season when many special exhibitions will take place in many temples and ancient architectures.
For these reasons, October is one of the most popular times of the year to visit Kyoto. Accommodation can be in high demand and at times, difficult to find. We recommend that you arrange your accommodation ahead of time.
We will offer a wide variety of tours of Kyoto and surrounding sightseeing spots. For details on the tours, please see the “Social Program” page after spring 2010.
For more detailed information, please refer to the following website:
Kyoto Official Travel Guide http://www.kyoto.travel/
