Japan Travel Guide
Where ancient tradition meets neon-lit innovation
Passport holders from many countries get visa-free entry for up to 90 days. No pre-approval needed.
Best Time to Visit
Cherry blossom season. Mild weather, striking sakura views. Peak tourist season, book early.
Hot and humid. Festival season with fireworks. Great for hiking in Hokkaido.
Comfortable temps, impressive autumn foliage. Less crowded than spring.
Ski season in Niseko and Hakuba. Onsens in the snow. Fewer tourists outside ski areas.
Top Things to Do
Fushimi Inari Shrine
Thousands of vermillion torii gates winding up a forested mountain in Kyoto. Free to visit, best at dawn.
Mount Fuji
Japan's iconic 3,776m peak. Climbing season is July-August. Views from Hakone or Lake Kawaguchi are worth the trip.
Tsukiji Outer Market
Tokyo's famous food market. Fresh sushi, tamagoyaki, street food. Go early morning for the best experience.
Shibuya Crossing
The world's busiest pedestrian crossing. Up to 3,000 people at once. View from Shibuya Sky observation deck.
Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
A towering bamboo forest in western Kyoto. The sound of wind through bamboo is one of Japan's protected soundscapes.
Dotonbori, Osaka
Neon-drenched food street. Takoyaki, okonomiyaki, and the famous Glico Running Man sign. Japan's street food capital.
Hiroshima Peace Memorial
A sobering and essential visit. The A-Bomb Dome, Peace Museum, and Memorial Park.
Jigokudani Monkey Park
Wild snow monkeys bathing in natural hot springs in Nagano. One of the most unique wildlife experiences.
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Japan eSIM Plans
Buy before you fly. Scan the QR code, land connected. No roaming fees.
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Staying Connected in Japan
Networks
NTT Docomo, SoftBank, KDDI (au)
Speed
4G/LTE nationwide with 5G in major cities. Expect 30-80 Mbps on 4G.
Airport WiFi
Free WiFi at Narita, Haneda, Kansai, and most major airports. Limited to ~3 hours.