I’m visiting Japan.

Japan is fantastic and the people are generally very honest. Good FX rates now.

The only problems are the language barrier and 100V equipment. I would get a guide for a day or two because there are a crazy amount of HIFI shops.

I prefer Hong Kong, they speak English and like making deals.

Have a great trip.

My in law came there 6x and he really loves it. 
he isn’t audiophile so can’t ask him much about it.
@roxy54 No, I don’t work for Nasa.

My son is moving to Japan June 2024 teaching English and working on his MA in Japanese Language. He is enamored with the culture.  

I would try and see Accuphase if you could. Still a small family run company.

Just go to the Akihabara district in Tokyo to see the greatest collection of high end  HiFi on sale anywhere in the world! Plus, Tokyo is a great city to visit; very clean, safe, great public transportation, cultured, amazing food and very friendly people.