Information for Tourists

Common Gestures Used by Japanese People

Every country has its own unique gestures. Many of them are based on the culture and history of the country, and people from other countries may be a little confused… Today, we introduce some of the most commonly used gestures in Japan! Pointing at one’s nose…? We are not talking about the nose. This is …

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At What Age Can You Start Doing This or That in Japan?

Japan’s Civil Code was amended on April 1, 2022, and the age of adulthood in Japan has been changed to 18. In every country, there are age restrictions for, for example, drinking alcohol, smoking, and driving a car. We introduce how old you have to be to do these things in Japan. Drinking alcohol 20 …

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How about Free Public Wi-Fi in Japan?

“How about Public Wi-Fi in Japan?” – The short answer is “not that good”. Well, I’m not saying it sucks (some of you might think so…), but the connection is sometimes unstable, weak, or unavailable.We will introduce typical places where free public Wi-Fi is available in Japan, recommended Wi-Fi connection apps, and Wi-Fi connecting options …

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Exchange and Withdraw Cash in Japan

Cash is still the mainstream payment in Japan. Chain stores such as ones in shopping malls generally accept credit cards and other cashless payment methods, while many private stores and cultural facilities only accept cash. We will introduce you where to exchange money and where to withdraw Japanese yen. It is a good idea to …

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