Traveling Info

Visa

Visitors from most countries including Western Europe, UK, Canada, USA, Mexico, Australia, and New Zealand are exempt from obtaining a visa prior to your arrival for stays ranging from 90 day stays. For exact details on the visa requirements for you, please let us know your citizenship.

Medical Information

For up-to-date medical information, please visit Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

Practical Information

Difference to Central European Time

Telephone

Japan area code is 0081.

Emergency numbers

Money

The official currency of Japan is the Japanese Yen, and is widely available at international currency exchange centers should you wish to obtain the currency before your arrival.

Tipping is not practiced in Japan, not even to waitresses, taxi drivers, or bellboys. Travelers can, however, tip tour guides and maids at a Japanese inn if special requests were accommodated. It is best to put the money in an envelope first if doing this, as it is considered rude to give cash directly from your pocket Handing over a small gift is also a way to show your satisfaction.

Opening Hours

Holidays

For up-to-date national holidays, please visit Japan Holiday Calendar.