Japan β€” Travel Destinations

πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅ Japan

Land of the Rising Sun

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Essential Travel Info for Japan

Health & Safety

Vaccines:Routine vaccines
Water:Safe to drink
β€œExcellent healthcare standards. Tap water is safe to drink everywhere.”

Visa Requirements

EU Citizens:Visa-free for up to 90 days.
Others:Visa-free for 90 days for most OECD countries.

Internet & SIM

Quality:Excellent high-speed 5G/WiFi nationwide.
Action:eSIM (Ubigi/Airalo) or Pocket WiFi rental at airport.

Money & Tipping

Cash vs Card:Cash is still king in rural areas, but Suica/Pasmo cards work everywhere.
Tipping:No tipping. It can be considered rude.

Getting Around

Apps:Google Maps, Japan Travel by Navitime, Uber (limited), GO
Drive:Drive on the LEFT.

World-class trains and subways. Get a JR Pass or Suica card.

Safety: Safe

One of the safest countries in the world. Very low crime rate.

SOS:110 (Police), 119 (Ambulance/Fire)

Climate & Weather

Day
26Β°C (Spring/Autumn)
Night
15Β°C
Sunny Hours:6–8 hours/day

Best in Spring (Cherry Blossoms) and Autumn (Foliage). Summer is hot/humid.

Electricity

100V β€’ Type A (two flat pins)

Local Etiquette

  • β€’Bow when greeting.
  • β€’Take off shoes when entering homes/ryokans.
  • β€’Be quiet on public transport.
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