Japan travel guides
47 guides on cities, budget, transport and much more
Travelling to Japan for the first time: complete guide
The umbrella guide to prepare your first trip to Japan step by step: documents, dates, budget, itinerary, transport, internet, money and customs.
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Customs of Japan: etiquette and what not to do
The etiquette rules and the things best avoided in Japan: transport, chopsticks, tipping, shoes, temples and onsen, explained with respect.
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Suica or Pasmo: the IC transport card in Japan
What the Suica or Pasmo card is, how they differ, how to use it, what the Welcome Suica for tourists is and whether you can buy it this year.
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Cherry blossoms in Japan: when and where to see them
When the cherry trees bloom in Japan: bloom calendar city by city, the best places to see the sakura and how to plan your hanami.
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What to eat in Japan: typical dishes and where to try them
The essential Japanese dishes (ramen, sushi, takoyaki, tempura), each city's specialities and where and how to order them without knowing Japanese.
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Theme parks in Japan: Disney, Universal and more
Guide to Japan's theme parks: Tokyo Disney (Disneyland and DisneySea), Universal Studios Japan with Super Nintendo World, teamLab and more, with how to buy tickets.
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Momiji in Japan: when and where to see the autumn leaves
When to see the momiji in Japan: when the autumn leaves change colour region by region, the best places (Kyoto, Nikko, Tohoku) and how to plan the trip.
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Do you need travel insurance for Japan?
Why insurance for Japan is worth it, why the European health card does not cover the country and which cover to compare before choosing yours.
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Mount Fuji from Tokyo: how to see it on a day trip
How to see Mount Fuji from Tokyo: day trip to Kawaguchiko, how to get there, the best viewpoints (Chureito, Oishi Park) and when it is clear.
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Onsen in Japan: what they are, etiquette, tattoos and where to go
What an onsen is and how it differs from a sento, the etiquette step by step, what to do if you have tattoos and the best hot-spring towns in Japan.
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Festivals of Japan: complete calendar by month
The best festivals in Japan month by month: sakura, Gion Matsuri, Obon, fireworks, snow in Sapporo and more. Dates, cities and tips for planning.
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Internet in Japan: eSIM, tourist SIM or pocket WiFi
A complete comparison of the internet options in Japan: eSIM (Airalo, Holafly), tourist SIM and pocket WiFi. Real prices, pros and cons, and which to choose.
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eSIM for Japan: internet from landing
A specific guide to the eSIM for Japan: what it is, which phones work, how to activate it step by step, how much data to budget and when it beats pocket WiFi and the physical SIM.
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Basic Japanese phrases for tourists
The 50 most useful Japanese phrases for travelling: greetings, restaurants, transport, shopping and emergencies. With romaji pronunciation.
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Japan with kids: complete family travel guide
Is Japan a good destination with kids? Yes. What to see, where to stay, how to get around and the best places for families. Practical tips for all ages.
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What to see in Japan: the best places to visit
The essential places in Japan: Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, Hiroshima, Nara, Hakone and unique experiences you will not find anywhere else. Complete guide by city.
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What to pack for Japan: complete packing list
What to pack for Japan? Complete list: documents, clothing by season, electronics, medication and what you can leave at home or buy there.
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Transport in Japan: Shinkansen, metro and IC card
How to get around Japan: Shinkansen, Tokyo metro, Suica card, JR Pass and night buses. Everything you need to get around without getting lost.
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Japan itinerary: 7, 10, 14 or 21 days
Compare the four most common routes through Japan by the days you have, with an indicative budget for each and a link to the full day-by-day itinerary.
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Japan itinerary in 7 days
A one-week Tokyo–Kyoto–Osaka route day by day, with bookable activities, an indicative budget and tips to make the most of your first visit.
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Japan itinerary in 10 days
The standard route for a first visit: Tokyo, Kyoto, Nara and Osaka day by day, with bookable activities, an indicative budget and transport tips.
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Japan itinerary in 14 days
Two weeks to add Hakone, more Kyoto and the Hiroshima–Miyajima combination: a day-by-day itinerary with bookable activities and an indicative budget.
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Japan itinerary in 21 days
Three weeks on an open-jaw route from Tokyo to Fukuoka via Nikko, Kanazawa and Hiroshima: a day-by-day itinerary, bookable activities and a budget.
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How much does it cost to travel to Japan?
A real breakdown of prices per person and day: flights, accommodation, transport, food and extras to budget your trip.
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JR Pass: what it is, how much it costs and whether it is worth it
Which trains it covers, prices for 7, 14 and 21 days, and how to work out whether it pays off for your route through Japan.
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When to travel to Japan? Seasons and prices
Sakura spring, cheap summer, balanced autumn or quiet winter — compare climate, tourism and prices to choose the best date.
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The best cities in Japan to visit
Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, Hiroshima, Nara and more: how to choose your route based on the time and budget available.
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How to save on a trip to Japan
How to cut spending without giving anything up: konbinis, JR Pass, eSIM, peripheral accommodation and season.
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Where to stay in Tokyo? The best areas
Shinjuku, Shibuya, Asakusa, Ueno, Akihabara and Ginza: a comparison of neighbourhoods with prices, advantages and who each area suits.
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How many days in Tokyo you need: from 3 to 7 days
What each option gives you: real itineraries for a first visit, a combined trip through Japan or when Tokyo is the main destination.
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How to get around Tokyo: metro, Suica and transport
A complete guide to transport in Tokyo: how to use the metro, what the Suica is, the difference between JR and private metro, and the apps you need.
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Narita or Haneda: which to choose and how to reach Tokyo
Differences between Tokyo's two airports, time and cost of the transfer to the centre, and all the transport options from each.
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Day trip to Kamakura from Tokyo: complete guide
How to get there by train, what to see in a day (Great Buddha, Hase-dera, Enoshima), step-by-step itinerary and real budget.
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Do you need Japanese to get around Tokyo?
The reality of the language in Tokyo: where English works, where it does not, the apps that solve 90% of situations and the basic Japanese worth learning.
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How many days in Kyoto: from 2 to 5 days with itinerary
What each option gives you: Gion, Arashiyama, Fushimi Inari and the most important temples distributed by the time you have.
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Kyoto or Osaka: where to stay and how to combine the two cities
A comparison of prices, atmosphere and connections. How to visit both without duplicating accommodation.
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When to visit Kyoto: seasons, prices and what to expect
Sakura in spring, Gion Matsuri in summer, momiji in autumn or quiet winter: what each season offers and when hotels are cheapest.
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Fushimi Inari: complete guide to visiting the torii tunnels
How much time you need, how to get there, what time to go to avoid crowds and how far up the mountain to climb.
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Seeing geishas in Gion: where, when and how to do it respectfully
The best streets in Gion, the most likely times and the rules of behaviour so as not to disturb the maiko and geiko.
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Day trip to Nara from Kyoto: how to go, what to see and the cost
45 minutes by train: free-roaming deer, the largest bronze Great Buddha in the world and an exceptional historic park. Itinerary and budget.
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Plugs in Japan: plug type, voltage and adapters
What plug does Japan use? Type A, 100 V and 50/60 Hz. We explain whether you need an adapter from Europe and which devices work without a transformer.
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Tipping in Japan: it is not done (and why)
In Japan you do not tip in restaurants, taxis or hotels. A complete guide with the only exceptions and the practice of kokorozuke in a ryokan.
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Money in Japan: cash, cards and ATMs
How to pay in Japan: cash vs card, where to withdraw yen (7-Eleven and post-office ATMs), fee-free cards and how much money to bring.
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Japan dialling code (+81) and how to call
Japan's dialling code is +81. How to call from abroad, how to call home from Japan and the emergency numbers (110 and 119).
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Clothing sizes in Japan: EU to JP converter
Convert your clothing and footwear sizes to Japan. Tables for women, men and footwear with EU, UK, US and JP equivalents.
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Do I need a visa to travel to Japan?
Do you need a visa for Japan? No, for up to 90 days. Tourist exemption, Visit Japan Web, the new JESTA system and visa types step by step.
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Flights to Japan: airlines, stopovers and price
Complete guide: airlines with stopovers, total trip duration, average price by season and when to buy the cheapest ticket.
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