Japan
Travel Factsheet •
JPY
Currency
Japanese
Language
+81
Calling Code
L
Drives On
Emergency Numbers
Police: 110
Ambulance: 119
Entry Requirements
Visa:
Visa-free access for short stays for many nationalities; check specific requirements.
Passport:
6 months validity
Money & Costs
Cards:
Mixed
ATMs:
High
Daily Budget:
$120
Tipping:
Tipping is not customary and may be seen as rude.
Health & Safety
Doctors:
Common
Pharmacy:
24h common
Essential Phrases
Hello
こんにちは
Goodbye
さようなら
Please
お願いします
Thank you
ありがとうございます
Sorry
ごめんなさい
Things to Avoid
Ignoring local etiquetteNot having cash for small purchasesUnderestimating travel times on public transport
Don't discuss: PoliticsDon't discuss: Religion