Category "japan"

Early breakfast availability in Japan?

I'm planning a trip to Japan in a couple months. Here in Korea, shops and restaurants often don't open until late morning--even most coffee shops aren't open

Japan Map App. How to get around?

In Korea, Google Maps is limited in its functionality (due to protective legislation, I believe), and therefore, isn't very useful for non-drivers. For instance

Visa-free entry into Japan and passport expiration date [duplicate]

I recently went on holiday to Japan for 3 weeks. I knew my passport was getting close to expiry, but my trip was entirely within the validity

Unique/exotic Japanese food?

I am an unapologetic omnivore, and one of the joys of traveling is experiencing local cuisine and tasting things I might not be able to find back in the US. For

Canadian permanent resident visiting Japan

I am a Canadian permanent resident and living in Canada. I am originally from Afghanistan and would like to visit my girlfriend in Japan. I know Canadian passpo

Does a suitcase simply booked in with my flight (not hand luggage) count as unaccompanied luggage/baggage?

I am planning on visiting Japan from the UK and was looking at the customs forms which mentioned "unaccompanied baggage" or luggage.

Layover at Tokyo Narita airport: can I travel outside, and what kind of visa would I need?

I am travelling from Singapore to San Francisco and the airline has a layover of 7.5 hours at Tokyo Airport (NRT). I am wondering if I would be allowed to go ou

Are "adults-only" hotels the same as love motels?

Arranging lodging for a trip to Japan with a friend (we're not dating). I have no issue with love motels in general, but I've never seen one with more than 1 be

Japan re-entry with a tourist visa

I'm planning a 14-day visit to Japan, during which time I would like to fly to South Korea for a side trip (some 4 days). Will I experience any problems trying

Hiking map for Hokkaido and/or other resources

I plan to go for hiking in Hokkaido next spring. I'd like to hike two weeks and to keep away from the cities during this time. I'd like to visit Daisetsuzan Pa

Is it safe to travel around Japan when pregnant, regarding radiation? [closed]

We are considering travelling to Japan in May. Maybe I'm pregnant on the journey. We plan to travel around Tokyo, Kyoto and the countryside.

Is going to Hokkaido, Japan advisable during Golden Week?

I've just learned that during my planned stay in Japan the Golden Week takes place. Having read loads of warnings we are thinking of going to Hokkaido during th

In Japan, is it considered rude to talk on the train?

On the JR trains in Tokyo, there were signs everywhere saying to make sure your phone is on silent mode, and there were announcements saying to refrain from tal

Layover at Narita, Japan. Do I need a transit visa?

I will be transferring between two international flights at Tokyo Narita airport. I'm scheduled to depart the same day I arrive. I am planning to stay within th

Can a Filipino with a green card exit a Japanese airport during a layover without needing a visa?

I am a citizen of the Philippines currently living in USA with a green card. I have a ticket to the Philippines with a layover of over 15 hours in Japan. With

For a visa for Japan is CouchSurfing accepted instead of a hotel booking?

I plan to visit Japan for a conference in May for a duration of seven days. Japan visa guidelines say that hotel booking is necessary. I am thinking of CouchSur

Cheap pass for a week in Tokyo and Nagoya?

I am visiting Nagoya. My flight lands in Tokyo. I will stay in Japan for seven days (6th May to 13th May). What is the cheapest rail and bus pass for 7 days so

How do I keep my cash safe in Japan?

I will soon be travelling to Japan. I have been told that Japan is a very cash-centric society and not every place will accept credit cards, therefore I should

Traveling to Japan from Poland on American passport [closed]

I am a US citizen with a valid American passport, currently living in Poland (I'm Polish American). I am thinking about traveling to Japan for

72-hours Tokyo Metro Pass from Narita to Asakusa

On Tokyo Metro's website there is a 24, 48, and 72-hours ticket, which can be bought from certain stores in Tokyo, and from Narita and Haneda Airport. My ques