Start with what you want to do
Find the Japan that fits your trip
Browse by the decision, experience or constraint that matters now. You do not need to start with the most famous place.
Arrival
Prepare the route from your flight to the next confirmed stop.
Tokyo / Osaka / Kyoto
Airport to your hotel: Narita, Haneda and Kansai by train, bus or taxi
Daytime routes from Narita, Haneda and Kansai Airport to your hotel by time, fare and bags: N'EX, Skyliner, HARUKA, limousine buses and fixed-fare taxis.
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TYO-NRT airport shuttle coach in Toyosu, Tokyo Japan
Getting to your hotel after a late airport arrival
Plan evening connections, hotel arrival times, and a reliable backup plan in case your flight is delayed.
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Japan
Bringing medication into Japan: which route your medicine needs
Up to a 1-month supply of ordinary, non-controlled prescription medicine needs no paperwork; more needs a Yunyu Kakunin-sho. Codeine and Elvanse need permission; Adderall is banned. CBD and posting rules.
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Japan
Entering Japan on a UK, French or German passport
No visa for UK, French or German tourists: up to 90 days on arrival, passport valid for your stay, onward ticket, JESTA status and ¥3,000 departure tax.
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Tokyo
Haneda late arrival: last train, night buses, taxi fares and the terminal shuttle
Landing at Haneda late? The last Keikyu train leaves Terminal 3 at 00:08 and night buses to Shinjuku run until 02:20. Terminal by terminal, with taxi fares.
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Japan
Using the official Visit Japan Web service
Prepare your arrival information through the official service and understand where it fits into airport procedures.
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A terminal connection bus at Narita Airport Japan
Your first steps after landing in Japan
Follow a practical arrival sequence from immigration and baggage to internet access, money and your first hotel.
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The exterior of Narita Airport Terminal 2 Haneda / Narita / Japan
Connecting to a domestic flight in Japan
Follow the journey from international arrivals to your next flight, including baggage collection and terminal transfers.
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Japan
Jet lag in Japan: a plan for your first 48 hours
Time differences, an hour-by-hour arrival day, when to nap, light and caffeine, and what's open at 5am in Tokyo and Kyoto when jet lag wakes you early.
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Tokyo
Narita late arrival: last trains, taxi fares and airport rooms
Landing at Narita late? The last Skyliner leaves at 23:00 and the last N'EX at 21:44. Plan from your exit time, then compare a zone taxi and an airport room.
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Connectivity
Separate devices, data, phone numbers and the recovery of an existing plan.
Japan
Getting your Japan eSIM connected
Follow the setup and activation steps, then run through the essential troubleshooting checks if your data is not connecting.
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Choosing a Japan eSIM with a phone number
Compare call, text, and data options for Japan, and see whether your current phone plan already covers what you need.
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Choosing a SIM for a longer stay in Japan
Compare data allowances, renewal, setup and phone-number options for a stay beyond a short holiday.
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A GL10P pocket Wi-Fi router (photographed in 2014) Japan
Pocket WiFi or eSIM for Japan?
Compare ways to get online by your phone, data needs and whether you will share a connection with other travellers.
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Choosing a Japan eSIM that works with your phone
Check device compatibility, carrier locks, and setup steps to pick the right plan.
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Etiquette
Follow local signs and guidance while staying mindful of those around you.
Japan
Hanami on the day: park rules, fees and night viewing for cherry blossom 2027
Choose one "garden" day (Shinjuku Gyoen, ticketed, no alcohol) and one "park" day (Ueno or Maruyama, free, bring your own food and take your rubbish home), and keep the earliest morning for the place you most want to photograph.
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A practical guide to everyday etiquette in Japan
Learn the everyday habits that help you enjoy trains, restaurants and shared spaces while respecting local life.
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Smoking in Japan: street bans, fines, smoking areas, trains and what you can bring in
Where you can and can't smoke in Japan: ¥1,000–2,000 street fines in Tokyo, Osaka and Kyoto, smoking areas, restaurants, Shinkansen, vapes and age 20.
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Visiting temples and shrines in Japan: what to do, what it costs and what not to photograph
How to purify, pray and collect goshuin stamps, when to take shoes off, photo and tripod rules, and a costed Kyoto–Nara temple day.
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Where to throw away rubbish in Japan
Why Japan has so few bins, where to find them (konbini, vending machines, your hotel), what the sorting labels mean, and a day plan for your rubbish.
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Experiences
Compare the exact venue and product before choosing a date or paying.
The colourful exterior and entrance of the Ghibli Museum in Mitaka Tokyo / Aichi
Ghibli Museum or Ghibli Park: which should you visit?
Compare both spots, their ticketing systems, and getting there to choose the best fit for your trip.
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Tokyo
Ghibli Museum tickets from overseas: sale date, prices and how to buy
Ghibli Museum tickets go on sale on the 10th at 10:00 Japan time for the next month. Adults pay ¥1,000. How to buy through the official Lawson route.
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Aichi
Ghibli Park tickets from overseas: sale date, prices, party and ID rules
Ghibli Park passes go on sale at 14:00 JST on the 10th, two months ahead. Premium is ¥7,300 on weekdays. Six tickets per buyer, who must attend.
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Hiroshima
Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum: tickets, opening hours and when you need to book
When is advance online entry required, what does admission cost and what should I leave outside?
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Outdoor bath at Yutei Kounokura, Yufuin, photographed in 2011 Japan
Find an onsen that suits your visit
Explore private-bath options, tattoo policies and bathing etiquette to choose an experience that fits your group.
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A ceramic cup repaired with kintsugi by Haragayato Tokyo / Kyoto
Find your kintsugi workshop in Tokyo or Kyoto
Compare repair methods, materials, session language and timing to choose a workshop that fits your interests.
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Kyoto
Kyoto autumn leaves 2026: which temples need a reservation, and which you can just walk into
Which Kyoto autumn temple visits require reservations in 2026, and which use same-day admission?
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Kyoto
Kyoto tea ceremony in kimono: planning the Flower Annex group schedule
Allow ample separate time for kimono fitting, group arrival at Flower Annex, the tea ceremony, and kimono return before booking other scheduled activities in Kyoto.
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Hiroshima
Miyajima: the ¥100 visitor tax, the two ferries and Itsukushima Shrine's hours
What do I pay to reach Miyajima, who is exempt from its visitor tax, and when can I enter Itsukushima Shrine?
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The exterior of the Nintendo Museum in Uji, Kyoto Kyoto
How to plan a visit to the Nintendo Museum
Follow the ticket drawing, payment and QR-entry steps, then fit the museum visit into your travel day.
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Tokyo / Osaka
Pokémon Café and PokéPark KANTO tickets from overseas: how booking works
Pokémon Café opens a month at a time at 18:00 JST; PokéPark KANTO sells to overseas visitors by lottery, three months ahead. Prices, passport checks, sold-out fixes.
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Hokkaido
Sapporo Snow Festival 2027: dates, the three venues and the airport train
What is confirmed for the 2027 Sapporo Snow Festival, and how can visitors plan airport transport and accommodation locations?
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Gifu
Shirakawa-go winter light-up 2027: the four dates, the five ways in and when each one goes on sale
Which 2027 visit can I book, does it include the observation deck, and when does that route go on sale?
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Japan
How to get sumo tickets for the 2027 Grand Tournaments
January 2027 sumo tickets go on sale on 5 December 2026 at Ticket Oosumo (in English). Tournament dates, seat prices, resale risks, sold-out options.
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Osaka
USJ Super Nintendo World timed entry: free app tickets, the standby lottery and Express Passes
Super Nintendo World timed entry at USJ: free same-day tickets in the official app, the standby lottery deadlines, and Express Passes that include entry.
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The teamLab Planets building in Toyosu, Tokyo Tokyo
teamLab Planets vs. Borderless: which should you visit?
Compare both Tokyo venues, walking routes, luggage options, and ticket types before picking your date.
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Tokyo Disneyland's main entrance at night in Urayasu, Chiba Chiba
Planning your Tokyo Disney tickets and app options
Separate park admission from Premier Access, Standby Pass and Entry Request, then plan how to use the app services during your visit.
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The Universal globe at Universal Studios Japan, Osaka Osaka
USJ Studio Pass or Express Pass: what do you need?
Compare park tickets, Express Pass perks, and timed-entry areas to pick the best setup for your day.
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Kyoto
Visiting Fushimi Inari: which station, how long the mountain walk takes and the shrine's rules
How do I choose a short shrine visit or full mountain circuit, and what is unknown at night?
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Insurance
Identify the coverage question and responsible policy before relying on it.
Japan
Do you need travel insurance for Japan?
Compare the financial risks of your trip with the protection you already have before looking at new policies.
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Japan
A guide to rental-car insurance in Japan
Learn how CDW, NOC, excess and other cover fit together when choosing protection for a driving trip.
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What to look for in Japan travel insurance
Work through medical costs, cancellation and baggage cover alongside the policy limits that matter to your trip.
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Money
Keep payment methods, balances, currencies, and refund policies clearly sorted.
A Seven Bank ATM in Toyosu Front, Tokyo Japan
Withdrawing yen with a foreign bank card
Find a suitable ATM, understand withdrawal options and work through the next step when a transaction does not go through.
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What you can bring home from Japan: UK and EU customs allowances
UK £390 and EU €430 allowances, whisky and sake limits, the meat and dairy ban, knives, and why Japan's tax-free shopping doesn't change what you owe at home.
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Japanese yen coins in a hand Japan
Cash or card in Japan: plan your everyday payments
Build a practical mix of cash, cards and transport payments for shopping, food and getting around.
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Accommodation tax and other extra charges at Japanese hotels (2026)
Japan's hotel taxes by city for 2026, including Kyoto's new top rate of ¥10,000 a night and Niseko's 3%, plus onsen tax and service charges.
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A tax-free cashier sign at Naha Main Place in 2025 Japan
Tax-free shopping in Japan in 2026
Understand the shopping process and the planned November rules transition, including relevant dates and required documents for your purchase.
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A Suica card held near an IC reader at Uozu Station Japan
Suica, cards and mobile wallets for your Japan trip
Choose between a phone-based wallet and a physical card, then fit it alongside your other travel payments.
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Japan
Too many coins in Japan? How to use them up and stop collecting them
Where coins still work in Japan, how to pay so your change comes back round, the 20-coin rule, and how to clear leftover yen before you fly.
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Planning
Put the booking, accommodation and handoffs in an order that works.
Japan
A first ski trip to Japan, 2026–27: Niseko, Hakuba, Nozawa Onsen or GALA Yuzawa
Choose your resort from the table below, then book a hotel you can cancel; prices and dates in this guide are the resorts' own for 2026–27.
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Nara
A Nara day trip from Kyoto or Osaka: which station, which train, Todaiji and the deer rules
Which Nara station and train should I use from Kyoto or Osaka, and how do I visit Todaiji and the deer responsibly?
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Nikko
A Nikko day trip from Tokyo: which NIKKO PASS, what it leaves out, and the autumn and winter limits
Which Tobu pass and additional tickets do I need for a Nikko day trip, and what changes in autumn and winter?
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Japan airport luggage delivery: same-day cutoffs, prices and sending bags back to the airport
Send bags from a Japanese airport to your hotel: Haneda same-day by 11:00 (¥5,170 for a large case), Narita by 10:30, and how to send them back.
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Booking your first ryokan: what the price includes and what to check before you pay
Ryokan prices are usually per person with dinner, breakfast and baths. Dinner times, diet requests, kids' rates and cancellation, plus an email to send.
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Shizuoka
Planning a Mount Fuji view: what to check for your day
Use past trends, live webcams, and regional forecasts for different steps of your planning—and always keep a solid backup plan ready.
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Booking a cherry blossom trip for spring 2027: what to book now and what can wait
Book flights and refundable hotels now for a window, not a date. When JR seats and garden tickets open, Easter on 28 March 2027 and a month-by-month plan.
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The lobby of Hotel Forza Nagasaki Japan
How to correct a hotel booking name in Japan
Work out whether you need a spelling correction or a guest change, and prepare a clear request for the booking provider.
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Eating well and cheaply from Japanese convenience stores
What to buy at 7-Eleven, FamilyMart and Lawson for each meal, how heating and eat-in tax work, allergen labels, and a real-price daily budget.
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Japan
Hotel booking scam messages: how to spot fake "payment problem" messages before your Japan trip
Message says your Japan hotel card failed? Check in the platform's own app: Booking.com won't ask for card details by message. If you've paid, act now.
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The lobby of the Mampei Hotel in Karuizawa Japan
How to store luggage at hotels in Japan
Make more of your arrival and departure days. Learn about bag drop-off, collection times and sending luggage ahead.
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Japan luggage forwarding hotel to hotel: timing, prices and receiving rules
Forward luggage between Japanese hotels: hand it over two days before check-in, ¥3,160 from Tokyo to Kyoto, and what to do if an Airbnb can't receive it.
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Tokyo Dome viewed from Tokyo Dome City Japan
When to book Japan attractions
Build a booking calendar for the attractions you care about and keep the rest of the trip flexible.
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How much walking to expect in Japan, and how to keep your feet going
How far you really walk in Tokyo and Kyoto, a step-by-step Kyoto day, which shoes work, where to sit down and what to buy at a drugstore for blisters.
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How small are Japanese hotel rooms? Reading m², bed widths and listings
What 13 m² and a "double" bed really mean in Japan, how much floor two suitcases need, and how to read and filter hotel listings by size.
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Cherry blossoms and the five-storey pagoda at Toji in Kyoto Kyoto / Japan
Enjoy Japan with fewer crowds
Find a better time to visit, group nearby sights and build a flexible day, with Kyoto as a practical example.
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Is your Japan itinerary realistic? A pacing check for travel days, hotel changes and day trips
Score your plan: each hotel move costs about half a day and arrival day is rarely full. Door-to-door times, day trip vs overnight, and Monday closures.
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Japan crowd calendar 2027: dates to avoid and the quietest hours for big sights
Golden Week, Obon and other 2027 dates to avoid, the quietest hours at Sensō-ji, Shibuya Sky, Skytree, Fushimi Inari and Osaka Castle, and a worked plan.
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Visitors with umbrellas in front of Sensoji's Hozomon gate in Tokyo Japan
Planning around Japan holidays and changing weather
Build an itinerary that can adapt to holiday opening hours, weather updates and transport changes.
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Check your Japan hotel room’s air conditioning and smoking terms
Check heating/cooling controls, room temperature flexibility, non-smoking policy, and cancellation/change rules before booking your room.
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Japan plugs and voltage: what UK and European visitors need to pack
Japan uses two-pin Type A plugs and 100 V. See which chargers need only an adapter, why 230 V hair dryers fail, and what 50/60 Hz means.
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Japanese-only restaurant bookings: phone-only places, Japanese sites and queues
Phone-only and Japanese-site restaurants: Tabelog English, OMAKASE, call-assist apps, a hotel request template, phone phrases and queue maths.
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Kanazawa
Kanazawa in a day: Kenrokuen's hours, the free early entry and the trains there and back
Can I fit Kenrokuen into a day trip, and how do winter hours change the plan?
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Yasaka-dori and Hokan-ji, Kyoto Kyoto / Osaka
Kyoto or Osaka: which base fits your trip?
Compare sightseeing days, evening plans and hotel moves to choose a base for exploring the Kansai region.
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Coin lockers, Akihabara, Tokyo Japan
Luggage forwarding, lockers or carrying it yourself?
Compare the time, convenience, and logistics of three ways to move luggage between hotels and destinations.
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Mount Fuji and Hakone from Tokyo: day trip or overnight, and how to book the bus or train
Fuji Excursion train, Shinjuku buses or the Romancecar: when seats go on sale, what the Hakone Freepass covers, and why we'd skip doing both in one day.
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New Year in Japan 2026–27: what closes, what stays open and how to get around
For JR reserved seats released one month before travel, set an alarm for 10:00 JST, which is 01:00 in London and 02:00 in Paris and Berlin in late November and December. Check other operators' own booking times.
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Packing a power bank for flights to Japan
Check battery limits, carry-on rules, and inflight use guidelines for every airline on your itinerary.
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Japan
Ramen ticket machines in Japan: how to order when nobody speaks English
How to use a Japanese ramen ticket machine: cash and IC cards, the kanji on the buttons, a worked order with change, and what staff will ask you.
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Japan restaurant reservations for overseas visitors: online, phone or walk-in
Book Japanese restaurants from abroad: online, phone-only or walk-in, real cancellation fees such as ¥2,000 a head, and a message for your concierge.
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Tables and bench seating in Kijurou restaurant in Arashiyama Japan
Booking a restaurant in Japan with TableCheck
Understand reservations, card holds, meal payments and changes so you can plan dinner with a clear budget.
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Japan
What to book first for a Japan trip: the order that matters
Book lotteries and fixed-date tickets first, then hotels around them, then Shinkansen seats at 10:00 JST a month out. A dated plan for January 2027.
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Futons laid out in a tatami room at Toshiharu Ryokan in Kyoto Japan
Where to stay on your first trip to Japan
Choose hotel bases around the places you want to visit, daily travel time and how often you want to move.
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Shibuya crossing, Tokyo Tokyo
Where to stay in Tokyo: compare four useful hubs
Find a Tokyo base for your sightseeing, airport journey and evenings by comparing four well-connected areas.
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Japan
Winter illuminations and festivals in Japan, November 2026 to February 2027: dates, hours and fees
If your trip includes a Saturday or Sunday at Kobe Luminarie, plan to buy the advance ticket for Meriken Park's paid area when sales open; on weekends it's ¥750 in advance against ¥1,500 on the day.
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Tickets
Verify authorized sales channels, payment verification, ticket issuance methods, and ticket-holder entry requirements.
Japan
How to buy concert tickets in Japan
Find the right sale route, follow payment and ticket delivery, and prepare the phone and identity details needed for entry.
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Transport
Match the ticket, luggage and transfer to the journey you will actually make.
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Japan coin parking for tourists: flap locks, maximum rates and payment
Use Japanese coin parking without getting stuck: spot flap-lock, gate or camera lots, read the maximum-rate sign, then pay. A lost ticket can cost ¥30,000.
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Hokkaido
Driving a rental car in Hokkaido in winter: tyres, road closures and what the cover does not pay
What winter equipment, road risks and rental protection limits should determine whether I drive in Hokkaido?
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Japan
Finding your way in big Japanese stations: exits, transfers and floor numbers
How to find the right exit at Shinjuku and Tokyo Station, change between JR and subways, read station maps and count floors the Japanese way.
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Japan
Getting a big suitcase through Japanese stations and trains
How to move a large suitcase through Japanese stations: lifts, wide gates, rush hour, where bags go on trains, and locker sizes and prices.
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How to buy Shinkansen and limited-express tickets without a rail pass
Which JR site sells your route: SmartEX, JR East, JR West or JR Kyushu. Foreign cards accepted, seats on sale at 10:00 JST one month ahead, plus pickup.
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How to ride a local bus in Japan: doors, numbered tickets and paying
Front or middle door, numbered tickets, the fare screen and change machines explained, with Tokyo and Kyoto fares and when a day pass pays off.
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N700S Shinkansen and Mount Fuji, Shizuoka Japan
Japan Rail Pass or individual tickets?
Compare fares across your planned train routes, along with included services and seat types, to choose the best fit.
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The exterior of a Nippon Rent-a-Car office in Japan Japan
The documents you need to drive in Japan
Find the driving-document and translation route relevant to your licence, then prepare for rental-car pickup.
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Nihonbashi gate, Tokyo Station Japan
A family guide to Japan train tickets
Check how child fares, reserved seats, and rail passes work, then line up the right tickets for each leg of your family trip.
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How to report lost property on Japan trains
Find the responsible railway, describe your lost item clearly and prepare for the reporting and collection process.
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Missed the last train in Japan: taxi, a room or the first train
Missed the last train in Japan? Tokyo's last trains leave just after midnight. Compare the taxi fare with a room nearby, and don't wait in a closed station.
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A palm-lined sidewalk in the Mihama area of Chatan, Okinawa Okinawa
Getting from Naha Airport to American Village
Compare the available journeys around your landing time, luggage and exact hotel location.
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Shops, palm trees and pedestrians on Kokusai Street in Naha Okinawa
Naha or American Village without a car?
Compare daily journeys, evening activities and hotel locations to find a base for a car-free Okinawa trip.
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The exterior of Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium and the lawn in front Okinawa
Naha to Churaumi Aquarium by bus
Compare routes, boarding points and return arrangements for an aquarium day trip from Naha.
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The buildings of Roadside Station Kyoda in 2021 Okinawa
Find Okinawa stops beyond the usual shortlist
Choose places that fit your route and interests, using practical access information alongside maps and reviews.
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Emerald Beach, Okinawa Okinawa
Okinawa by bus or rental car?
Choose a transport plan around your hotel, favourite stops, luggage and the distances you want to cover.
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Entrance signage and vehicle driveway at Vessel Hotel Campana Okinawa in Chatan Okinawa
Choosing a well-connected Okinawa hotel
Compare airport links, daily sightseeing travel, and late-night returns before settling on your base.
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A street and pedestrian crossing beside colorful buildings in Chatan’s Mihama area Okinawa
An Okinawa itinerary for rain and hot weather
Plan shorter outings, rest stops and transport alternatives for days when the weather changes your plans.
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An OTS Rent-a-Car shuttle bus near Naha Airport in 2012 Okinawa
Planning an Okinawa rental-car trip
Work through driving documents, pickup, parking and insurance alongside the journeys you want to make.
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Osaka
Osaka Amazing Pass 2026–27: what it costs, how a "day" is counted and the limits that catch people out
Does the pass fit the attractions I can actually visit, and how does the day boundary work?
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Japan rental car refuelling: fuel type, full-tank return and receipt
Return a Japanese hire car without a fuel charge: red nozzle for regular, green for diesel (軽油 isn't kei-car fuel), fill up near the branch, keep the receipt.
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Shinkansen and Mount Fuji, Shizuoka Tokaido / Sanyo / Kyushu
Taking a large suitcase on the Shinkansen
Learn how to measure your bag and choose the seat and luggage arrangement that matches your train journey.
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Nihonbashi gate, Tokyo Station Japan
Boarding the Shinkansen with SmartEX
Choose an IC card, QR code or paper ticket for boarding and connect it with the rest of your train journey.
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Taxis in Japan: apps, fares and how to ride
Which taxi apps work with foreign phones and cards, Tokyo meter fares, the 20% night surcharge, Haneda and Narita fixed fares, and how to ride.
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What to do when your train is cancelled in Japan
Find your ticket issuer, learn the refund route, and plan the next leg of your journey.
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A route 89 bus at the Asahibashi stop in Naha Okinawa
Where to stay in Okinawa without a car
Find a hotel base connected to the airport, buses, rail and the places you want to explore.
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Travel needs
Check directly with the provider about specific accessibility, dietary, or equipment needs.
A passenger boarding lift vehicle on the apron at Haneda Airport Japan
Arranging airport mobility assistance in Japan
Plan your support from arrival to boarding, and prepare clear questions for the airport and airline.
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Buying cold, fever and pain medicine in Japan: drugstores, labels and limits
What to buy for a cold, fever, pain or hay fever in Japan, how to read 第1類/第2類 labels, and the 2026 rules on codeine and pseudoephedrine.
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Coping with Japan's summer heat: heatstroke alerts, timing and what to buy
How Japan's heatstroke alerts and WBGT work, when to sightsee in summer, what to buy at konbini and drugstores, and when to call #7119 or 119.
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Finding and using toilets in Japan: stations, konbini, washlet buttons and slippers
Where to find free public toilets in Japan, what each washlet button does, what goes in the bin, toilet slippers and why to carry a hand towel.
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An assortment of sushi Japan
Planning meals in Japan with food allergies
Prepare questions about ingredients, translations, and cross-contamination for dining out and packaged items, along with clear ways to communicate your needs.
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Emergency numbers and visitor help in Japan
Find the right emergency contact or help desk, and know what details to have ready when you reach out.
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An elevator beside the platform at Higashi-Fuchu Station in Tokyo Tokyo / Japan
Exploring Japan with a stroller
Plan family days around step-free station entrances, manageable transfers and places to pause along the way.
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Vegetarian and vegan food in Japan: a first-timer's guide
"Vegetarian" isn't enough in Japan: the catch is fish stock (dashi). Get a Japanese phrase card, temple-food prices from ¥3,800 and chains with plant-based menus.
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What to do in an earthquake or typhoon in Japan: a visitor's guide
Set up alerts before you fly, what to do in the first seconds of a quake, when to head for high ground, and how typhoon train suspensions hit plans.
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The open rear door of a taxi in Tomigusuku, Okinawa Japan
Planning a Japan trip around your needs
Bring together access, mobility, food and support questions to plan a trip that fits the people travelling.
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