Japan Travel Tips

Here are some handy travel tips for your Japan tour

How to Use Train and Metro in Japan

Japan’s railway system is known for being the world’s most reliable and punctual train system. But for first-time visitors, using the train and metro can take some getting used to. Let us help you prepare!
Convenient stay in a capsule hotel

Capsule hotels opened for the first time in 1979 in Osaka in the bustling district of Umeda. They became a popular place to crash for salarymen who missed the last train.
How To Get Cash in Japan

Unlike what many people would expect from a modern country like Japan, cash, as opposed to credit cards or other electronic means of payment, is still quite essential.
Happy National Holidays in Japan

Which national holidays and regular holidays are there in Japan? Here is an overview of Japanese (national) holidays and some other important annual nationwide events.
Time Difference with Japan

Japan is called ‘the land of the rising sun’ for a reason, as it is one of the first countries in the world to start the day. This means that most travelers will ‘lose’ some time when they travel to Japan, and ‘gain’ some time when they travel back.
How to Pay a Bill at a Restaurant in Japan

Don’t get surprised by your bill when you get to the cashier at the end of a nice meal! Let us explain all the ins and outs of paying your bill at a restaurant in Japan.
Electricity in Japan essential for travel

Planning to come to Japan? Make sure to get the right adaptor for your electric appliances before you come to Japan, as it might be hard to come by once you are here.
Internet Access in Japan | Traveling Tidbits about Japan

If you want to be connected to the internet at all times during your stay in Japan so you can, for example, use Google maps while on the go or check your emails at all times, then you can use one of the services listed below.
Useful Japanese Terms for Traveling in Japan

Traveling through Japan for the first time you may feel overwhelmed by the number of new terms and words you encounter every day. To help you during the trip and make it smoother, here are some words that you will see often, including their Japanese writing.