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Japan travel guide

Japan Travel Guide

Plan Japan with reliable guidance on entry rules, seasons, rail travel, airports, yen, mobile internet and everyday etiquette.

XEXesim Travel Editorial TeamUpdated Jul 27, 2026

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Plan the route with the practical details in place

Japan combines exceptionally connected cities with mountain regions, subtropical islands and rural areas where planning still matters. Trains make a Tokyo–Kyoto–Osaka route straightforward, but ticket choices, luggage, weather and the last local bus can shape the experience.

This guide turns the first-trip questions into a practical sequence: verify visa status, choose the season, select an airport, set up yen and mobile data, then build a route at a realistic pace. Official Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Japan National Tourism Organization sources are linked for details that can change.

Best for

Food, design and urban cultureEfficient rail-based itinerariesTemples, gardens and historic townsMountains, hot springs and seasonal landscapes

At a glance

Key facts for your trip

Capital: Tokyo
Currency: Japanese yen (JPY / ¥)
Time zone: Japan Standard Time (UTC+9)
Language: Japanese
Emergency: 110 police; 119 fire/ambulance
Power: Types A and B, 100V

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Everything you need to know before you go

11 focused guides, from entry checks to the packing list, written for real trip decisions.

Season planningBest time to visitMatch the weather, crowds and prices to the trip you want.Before you bookVisa & entryUnderstand the official entry checks and documents to verify.Climate guideWeatherKnow the seasonal conditions and what they mean on the ground.Money guideCurrency & paymentsPay confidently, use ATMs wisely and avoid common fee traps.Stay connectedInternet & eSIMPlan mobile data, Wi-Fi and an eSIM before you land.Arrival guideAirportsChoose the right gateway and make the transfer into town.Getting aroundTransportationUse trains, local transit and road travel like a prepared visitor.Trip inspirationThings to doBuild a balanced first itinerary beyond the obvious checklist.Cost planningTravel budgetSet a realistic daily range for stays, food and transport.What to bringPacking listPack for the climate, local norms and the way you will move.Travel preparedSafetyKnow emergency contacts, common risks and practical precautions.

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