Noren curtains in front of a hot spring in Japan

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Here are some videos with virtual travel tips for all the travelers who would like to visit Japan after the pandemic ends. Our guides can’t wait to meet you and show you the best of what Japan has to offer during the trip of your lifetime!

Virtual Tips About Spring in Japan

What is spring time like in Japan? What do I need to bring on my tour to Japan?

Where can you get Japanese Yen?

You can exchange cash at the airport or withdraw money at a convenience store using your debit or credit card. In this video, we explain how it works.

Japanese YEN

What does Japanese money look like? How can you tell the different coins and notes apart quickly?

PASMO and SUICA

IC cards for public transportation in Japan: There is no need to buy single train tickets each time, as there are useful IC cards for the public transportation system in Japan. In this video, we explain how they work.

Take your shoes off at entrance

Our Japanese English-speaking guide explains the rules surrounding shoes in Japan.

Unwritten Escalator Rules in Japan

Japanese English-speaking guide explains the unwritten rules surrounding the use of escalators in Japan.

Virtual Tips About High-tech Toilets in Japan

Many people are surprised and sometimes a bit overwhelmed when they first get acquainted with the Japanese high technology toilets. The seats are warmed, there are different kinds of sprays to clean up after you’re done, some toilets even have a dryer, and you will want to know where the flush and stop buttons are. Our Japanse English-speaking guide explains all about these wonderful Japanese toilets.

How Does Consumption Tax Work in Japan?

In October 2019, the consumption tax rose from 8% to 10% in Japan. Not all products are, however, included in that rise. In this video, our Japanese English-speaking guide explains in detail how the new consumption tax system works in Japan.

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