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Japan Travel Guides
Practical, independent guides for foreign visitors to Japan. Everything you need to know — prepared before you land.
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41 Guides
eSIM & SIM Cards
Which SIM to buy, how to install an eSIM, network coverage, and data plan comparisons for Japan.
18 Guides
Getting Around
Shinkansen passes, IC cards, airport trains, and everything you need to navigate Japan's rail network.
15 Guides
Money & Payment
Cash vs card, ATM access, currency exchange, and how to pay at convenience stores and restaurants.
22 Guides
Things to Do
Tickets and experiences worth booking ahead — teamLab, Universal Studios Japan, Shibuya Sky, and how to skip the queues.