Japan is een van de meest bezochte landen ter wereld en veel toeristen worden lyrisch als ze hun reiservaringen delen. Het landschap biedt een interessante mix van prachtige natuur, goed onderhouden religieuze heiligdommen en tempels, historische bezienswaardigheden, moderne steden en werelderfgoed locaties. De invloed van de fascinerende culturen en ongebruikelijke subculturen van Japan hebben zo'n internationale impact dat buitenlanders hier samenkomen om sumo-worstelen, traditionele theedrinkceremonies, anime-stripkunst, samoerailegendes en meer te ervaren. Japan staat ook bekend als de geboorteplaats van sushi, aikido en kalligrafie. Een reis hierheen zou niet compleet zijn zonder de buitenaardse muziekscene en het gevarieerde nachtleven te ervaren.
Betalingen en Wisselkoersen
Currency
Local currency: Japanese Yen
Symbol: ¥
ISO code: JPY
Subunit: None
Banknotes: ¥1,000, ¥2,000, ¥5,000, ¥10,000
Coins: ¥1, ¥5, ¥10, ¥50, ¥100, ¥500
Banking
Card Transactions: Yes
ATMs: Yes
Mastercard: Yes
Visa: Yes
American Express: Limited acceptance
Diner’s club: Limited acceptance
Banking Hours:
Weekdays: 09:00 - 15:00
Weekends: Limited hours
Public Holidays: Yes (If yes, add hours)
Foreign exchange services: Yes
Reizen en Plaatselijk Transport
Air:
Main airlines: Japan Airlines (JAL), All Nippon Airways (ANA)
International Airports: Narita International Airport (NRT) in Tokyo, Kansai International Airport (KIX) in Osaka
Domestic Airports: Haneda Airport (HND) in Tokyo, Itami Airport (ITM) in Osaka
Road:
Driving on the: Left
Tar roads: Yes
Gravel roads: Limited
Valid International Driver's License needed: Yes
Car hire available: Yes
Taxis: Yes
E-hailing services: Yes
Bus:
Inter-city bus services: Yes
Local city bus networks: Yes
Rail:
Railway system: Yes
Subway System: Yes
Water:
Ferries: Yes
Water taxis: Yes
Leisure cruises: Yes
Eten, Drinken en Culinair Advies
Food and water safety:
Can you drink the tap water: Yes (Generally safe)
Fresh fruit and veg: Yes
Ice: Yes
Meat: Yes (Ensure proper cooking)
Street food: Yes (Choose reputable vendors)
Local cuisine:
Japanese cuisine is renowned worldwide for its precision, freshness, and variety. Highlights include Sushi (raw fish and rice), Ramen (noodle soup), Tempura (battered and fried seafood or vegetables), and Okonomiyaki (savory pancake). Notable local drinks include Sake (rice wine), Green Tea (Matcha), and Shochu (distilled liquor).
Tipping: Not customary, but small gestures of appreciation may be welcomed.
Klimaat en Weersomstandigheden
Annual rainfall: Varies by region
Average temperature: 10-25°C
Summer:
Average highs: 25-35°C
Average lows: 20-25°C
Winter:
Average highs: 5-15°C
Average lows: 0-10°C
Best time to visit: The best time to visit Japan depends on your preferences. Spring (March to May) and Autumn (September to November) offer mild temperatures and beautiful cherry blossoms or fall foliage.
Kledingvoorschriften
Spring and Summer
Cool, light, breathable and comfortable: Yes
Lightweight warm clothes: No
Winter and Autumn
Jerseys, cardigans, sweaters, jackets: Recommended
Heavyweight clothing and boots: No
General
Umbrella and raincoat: Yes
Warm gloves, hat and scarf: Yes (In Winter)
Swimming costume (bathing suit): Yes (For hot springs)
Hat, sunglasses and sunblock: Yes
Walking shoes: Yes
Casual: Yes
Smart-casual attire: Yes
Internetbeschikbaarheid
Internet cafes: Yes
Accommodation options: Yes
Restaurants: Yes
Cafes: Yes
Shopping malls: Yes
Public parks: Yes
Libraries: Yes
Netspanning en Telefonie
Plug Type: Type A, Type B
Voltage (V): 100
Frequency Hertz (Hz): 50/60
*Travel plug adapter and voltage converter might be necessary depending on your appliances.
