PLAN YOUR TRIP

Language:

English is generally understood in major cities and designated tourist attractions, but learning some basic Japanese phrases can help make your trip more smoothly.

Time zone: GMT+9

When to visit & things to do:  

The four seasons of the year are distinct in Japan, and the weather varies greatly from region to region. You may check the weather forecast for the areas before you travel.

Travel tip: Japan weather forecast for travelers (click here for more details)

Spring (March to May)- Cherry blossom

Summer (June to August)- Grand fireworks festival

Autumn (September to November)- Fall colour touring

Winter (December to February)- Skiing & hot spring

Currency:

Japanese Yen (JPY) comes in bills of 1,000 yen, 2,000 yen, 5,000 yen and 10,000 yen, and coins of 1 yen, 5 yen, 10 yen, 50 yen, and 500 yen.

Foreign currency exchange can be found at the airports and most major banks.

Credit cards:

Credit cards of international brands, (like American Express, JCB, Mastercard, Visa, Discover) are generally accepted throughout the country. Just in case, carrying some cash is recommended.

Wifi & Plugs:

Wireless hotspots are common all over major cities in Japan. You can also rent mobile phones and pocket wifi units, and buy SIM cards at airports if needed.

Japan uses two flat parallel prong plugs.

Visa Information:

Travelers from USA and Canada can visit Japan for up to 90 days without requiring a visa.

Travel tip: Stay longer in Japan (click here for more details)

Emergency:

Police: 110

Fire & medical: 119

Travel tip: contact your Embassy/ Consulates for assistance

U.S. Embassy in Japan: 03-3224-5000

U.S. Consulate General Sapporo: 011-641-1115

U.S. Consulate Nagoya: 052-581-4501

U.S. Consulate General Osaka: 06-6315-5900

U.S. Consulate Fukuoka: 092-751-9331

U.S. Consulate General Naha: 098-876-4211

Embassy of Canada in Japan: 03-5412-6200

RECOMMENDED ROUTES

Splendid Japan 9 Days  (click here for more details)

Osaka - Nara - Kyoto - Shizuoka - Mt Fuji - Yokohama – Tokyo

Highlights:

☆ Admire the elegant landmark of Osaka Castle Garden.
☆ Marvel at the deer of Nara Deer Park as the frolic in the open.
☆ Appreciate Yasaka Shrine which was founded in Kyoto over 1350 years ago.
☆ Enjoy a walk in the most exclusive and well-known geisha district, Gion.
☆ Imagine being in another world by standing amid the soaring stalks of bamboo in Arashiyama Bamboo Grove.
☆ Climb the magnificent Mt Fuji of the worlds' most popular UNESCO World Heritage sites.