Japan Travel Guide
Japan combines ultra-modern cities with temples, gardens and a deep-rooted food culture. Tokyo, the capital, is the usual entry point, with distinct districts such as Shinjuku, Shibuya, Asakusa and Ginza, and fast Shinkansen bullet trains to Kyoto, Osaka and beyond.
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- Japanese yen
- Japan Standard Time
Destinations in Japan
- Tokyo travel guideTokyo travel guide: Shinjuku, Shibuya, Asakusa and Ginza, cherry blossom and autumn seasons, trains from Haneda and Narita, where to stay.
About travel in Japan
Japan combines ultra-modern cities with temples, gardens and a deep-rooted food culture. Tokyo, the capital, is the usual entry point, with distinct districts such as Shinjuku, Shibuya, Asakusa and Ginza, and fast Shinkansen bullet trains to Kyoto, Osaka and beyond.
Travel is efficient and punctual, and a rechargeable IC card such as Suica or PASMO covers most urban trains and buses.
- Currency
- Japanese yen (JPY)
- Language
- Japanese; English signage on major transport
- Time zone
- Japan Standard Time (UTC+9)
Best time to visit Japan
Spring (late March to May) for cherry blossom and autumn (October to November) for foliage are the most popular seasons. June is the rainy season, and July to August is hot and humid.
Hotels and things to do in Japan
Japan travel FAQs
Is the Japan Rail Pass worth it?
It depends on your itinerary. For several long Shinkansen trips it can save money; for a Tokyo-only stay, an IC card is usually better value.
When is the best time to visit Japan?
Late March to May and October to November, for cherry blossom and autumn colours respectively.