Travel, discover Japan and its culture

First trip in Japan

All the information to support you on your trip.

Before you go More informations

Japan

The best reasons to visit Japan

When to go

Seasons and events not to be missed

Travel budget

Estimated cost of a travel to Japan

Formalities

Visa and documents required for traveling

Transportation More informations

JR Pass National

Understanding how to use the JR National Pass

Regional passes

All regional passes

Plane ticket

Best companies and prices for Japan

Transportation budget

Estimation of the cost of transport in Japan

Taking the bus in Japan

Everything you need to know to take the local bus in Japan without mak

Accomodations More informations

Accommodation budget

Estimated cost of accommodation in Japan

Hotels with sento

Selection of low-cost hotels

Pratical More informations

Practical information

Practical information

Internet access

Unlimited access and 4G throughout Japan

VAT exemption

“Tax-Free”: do not pay VAT

Time in Japan

Time zone, offset and co

Water and Electricity

Drinking water, adapters, electrical voltage

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