About this app

Having trouble in Japan?
**Ask a Japanese local!**
We help you during your trip. Chat with us and ask us anything!

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We provide travel support for people traveling to Japan.
Here is what we offer:

**Language Support**

askMomo helps with the common language barrier that travelers face.
We can help translate stuff and teach you some basic Japanese.

You: This menu is all in Japanese! Can you translate it for me, please?
momo: Sure! Send me a picture and I'll translate it for you.

You: How do I say "The check please!"
momo: Okaike onegaishimasu. :)

**Small Emergencies**

When something happens to you in a foreign country you feel kinda helpless.
askMomo tries to assist you as much as possible in these situations.

You: I lost my wallet on the train
momo: What station are you at? Let me talk with train staff, please.

You: I have a headache. How do I buy some pills?
momo: There's a pharmacy around the corner. Say this: ...

You: My baby lost her favorite toy and won't stop screaming.
momo: There's a huge baby store just 3 stops from you. I'm sure you can find something there :)

**Tickets and Reservations**

Want to book a restaurant, ticket or activity?
Sometimes the websites are only in Japanese... Just ask momo!

You: I can't seem to book this restaurant on the website. Can you help me?
momo: Sure! Please give me the details and I'll call them for you.

You: It's sunny outside, what's a good outdoor activity I can do right now?
momo: Do you like surfing? I know a cool surf teacher, do you want to make an appointment?

You: Looking for a safe and exciting plan for 5 people tomorrow night in Tokyo.
momo: Got a plan that involves a private limousine, champagne and karaoke singing. Sounds good?

**Events and Things to Do**

We believe that real-time recommendations by locals are better than generic reviews websites.
Get updated on exciting things happening near you by local experts.

momo: Tomorrow there will be a free Sushi making class in Shibuya!

momo: Don't miss the Nebuta festival in Aomori this weekend!

You: What can I do tomorrow?
momo: Tomorrow will rain all day... How do you feel about a relaxing day at a local onsen?

You: I visited all the temples already, I need some action!
momo: Want to be a samurai for a day? It's not too far away

**Shopping**

From finding the right shop to helping you communicate with the clerk, askMomo helps you make the right decision for the products you want to buy.

You: I want to buy a kimono.
momo: Nice. What's your budget?

You: Where can I buy cool electronics?
momo: Try Akihabara. Do you have something more specific in mind? A camera, phone, toys...?

You: I heard Japan has some really high-quality health and beauty products.
momo: You're right! There's a sale this weekend at a shop near you.

You: Where can I buy some cheap souvenirs for my coworkers?
momo: Try the 100 yen shop. There's one about 2 minutes from where you are. Also, sweets!

**Transportation**

You: I need a taxi to my hostel but I can't speak Japanese...
momo: Sure, send me your location. I'll ask for one right away. I can also give you an estimate of the price.

You: My train seems to be delayed but I can't understand what they're saying...
momo: Let me check the estimated time of departure.

**Specific Interest Recommendations**

You: Where can I find a vegetarian restaurant around here?
momo: I can't find a specific vegetarian restaurant near you... Some restaurants have a vegetarian menu. Want me to check that?

You: Where can I hang out or have a couple of drinks with some friendly locals?
momo: I know a couple of places near you where locals bar hop. Let me check the availability.

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**Supported Languages**
- English
- We are working on support for other languages

**Chat hours**
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM (JST)

New features

Small bug fix.

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