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Japan travel advice
Explore our complete guide to Japan with the latest travel advice for travellers and holidaymakers including official updates and local travel tips for Japan.
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Japan travel guide - essential info
Below is a beginner's guide to Japan with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.
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Flight time✝ | 11.5 to 15 hours |
Time difference | UK +9 hours |
Language(s) | Japanese |
Currency | Japanese Yen |
Electricity | A + B plug (100V) |
Driving side | Left |
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Japan weather
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The Japan weather guide shows long term monthly averages for Tokyo.
Japan travel advice
Check the latest travel advice on visiting Japan from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.
- UK traveller advice for Japan - UK FCDO
- Irish traveller advice for Japan - Department of Foreign Affairs, Ireland
- Canadian travel advice for Japan - Government of Canada
- US travel advisories for Japan - US Department of State
- Safe travel advisories for Japan - Ministry of Foreign Affairs, New Zealand
- Smarter traveller advice for Japan - Department of Foreign Affairs, Australia
Learn more about the current safety and security risks from terrorism, natural disasters and more. Read about the local laws and customs to consider when travelling around Japan.
Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
FCDO travel advice
Japan travel health
Find out more about staying safe when travelling to Japan with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.
- Vaccines & medicines for Japan - CDC
- Health & vaccinations for Japan - TravelHealthPro, NaTHNac
- How to stay safe & healthy in Japan - Fit for Travel, Public Health Scotland
Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in Japan, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.
Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Japan covid live updates
Check the latest live updates on Covid-19 in Japan with the vaccination requirements, current available statistics and up-to-date travel advice from government agencies.
- Travellers' health for Japan - Ministry of Health Labour and Welfare, Japan
- Coronavirus timeline in Japan - Our World in Data
- Latest info on travel to Japan - Japan National Tourism Organisation
Japan travel features
Do you want to learn more about Japan? Read our latest features covering travel tips and insider destination guides on where to go and what to do in Japan.
Japan FAQs
Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to Japan including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.
Are there entry restrictions to Japan due to Covid-19?
Japan is open for tourism from the UK.
Negative PCR test results or proof of full Covid-19 vaccination required for arrivals from the UK.
Check out Ministry of Health Labour and Welfare, Japan for more information.
Do I need to quarantine in the UK if I travel from Japan?
You do not need to quarantine on arrival in the UK from Japan. The UK no longer requires a passenger locator form, Covid-19 test or proof of vaccination.
What is the flight time to Japan from the UK?
The flight time to Japan from the UK is typically 11.5 to 15 hours.
Flights to Japan
What is the time difference between Japan and the UK?
The time difference between Japan and the UK is UK time+9 hours.
What is the main language spoken in Japan?
The main language spoken in Japan is Japanese.
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What is the currency in Japan?
The currency in Japan is the Japanese Yen (JPY).
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Which plugs are used in Japan?
Japan uses electrical plug type A + B (100 Volts).
Which side of the road do they drive on in Japan?
They drive on the left side of the road in Japan.
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