5 Japan Trip Checklist Items in 2025!
here are five things you need to know before your upcoming trip to Tokyo Japan one make sure you head to the visit Japan web and get a QR code while it’s not necessary I have seen many stumble at the immigration lines feeling in forms two if you’re looking for accommodation I recommend staying anywhere along the green subway line as you will literally be stopped away from sjuku Shibuya and iib bukuru three you do not need a sua or pasmo card especially if you only plan to be in Tokyo for a couple of days get a Tokyo Metro pass instead that lets you take unlimited Subway rights for 2448 or 72 hours speaking of things you do not need do not get a j Pass unless you plan to travel extensively between cities in Japan instead get a single right shin Canen ticket or a regional pass the Jr pass calculator will help you work out the best choice for you navigating your way geographically and linguistically can be a challenge which is why you need to make sure you have an active mobile data connection to use Google Maps and translate I have used the a Alo e Sim on all my trips and it has been such a lifesaver and so if you didn’t know
JAPAN PRE TRIP CHECKLIST
Travelling to Japan soon? Here are five things that should be on your pre Japan trip checklist
(1) Visit Japan Web – https://services.digital.go.jp/en/visit-japan-web/
(2) Where to Stay? – watch to find out
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(4) You do NOT need a JR Pass, get THIS instead
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Re the Tokyo subway pass – if you want to save more $$$ and don't mind the hassle, download Japan travel app to filter routes that the subway pass covers – it is possible to get around (albeit a bit more of a hassle)
However if you're staying for a longer periods of time suica or any Japan ic card might be a better choice to get access to the jr lines – I have a video on suica/PASMO alternatives " here – https://youtu.be/k8_XFnEvBK4?si=vFR25WK5AVi_gTb3
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