Section 01
Visa & Entry
Most first-time visitors don't need a visa at all — but everyone needs to get the paperwork, the airport and the first hour right. Start here before you book anything.
入国
Visas
03 guides
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Do I need a visa for Japan? Exemption rules by nationality
Around 70 countries and regions can visit Japan visa-free for tourism. Here's how the tiers work and what to check for your passport.
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Applying for a Japan tourist visa or e-Visa, step by step
For passports that need a visa: the documents, the e-Visa route and realistic processing times.
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Visit Japan Web: how to set it up before you fly
The free government site that turns immigration and customs forms into QR codes. Ten minutes at home saves queueing at the airport.
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Arriving at Narita, Haneda or Kansai: the first hour
Immigration, customs and how to get into the city from Japan's three main international airports.
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SIM, eSIM, pocket Wi-Fi and IC cards (Suica, ICOCA)
How to stay connected and pay for trains with one tap from day one.
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