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Japan is one of those countries that surprises you even when you think you’ve done your homework. It’s modern but deeply traditional, chaotic yet peaceful, busy but still full of shrines where a single ringing bell can silence an entire crowd.

Breathtaking View
@ Takachiho Gorge
Floating Tori Gate
@ Hiroshima

Language

Japanese is widely spoken; English is difficult…have translator ready!

Currency: Japanese Yen (JPY)

Japan loves cash—especially at shrines, markets and rural areas.
Cards are widely accepted in hotels, malls, restaurants, etc.
Tip: Get a Suica/Pasmo/ICOCA card for trains + convenience stores.

Vegan-Friendly

Very difficult! Big cities may be okay, but rural areas can be tricky. Always check sauces (fish broth is common).

Suggested Applications

Suica/Pasmo/ICOCA (Travel, Payment), PayPay (Payment), Didi (Taxi)

Weather

Winters (Dec–Feb) are cold with snow in the north; summers (Jun–Aug) are hot and humid. Spring & autumn are mild and famous for cherry blossoms and fall colors.

Festivals

Sakura season (Mar–Apr), Gion Matsuri (July), or Sapporo Snow Festival (Feb) offer the best seasonal experiences.

At a glance

Japan: From the lens of natives

Japan isn’t just another stamp in our passports—it’s the place we’ve called home for over two years now. While most people explore Japan in a whirlwind week, we’ve discovered it slowly, intentionally, and in between our regular 9-to-5 lives. From sprinting to catch last trains after work to hopping on early-morning Shinkansen for weekend getaways, our adventures here have been stitched into everyday life.

Every prefecture has surprised us in its own way- Skiing in the snow-capped mountains of Hokkaido to diving through the caves of Okinawa, and somehow, Japan still finds new ways to amaze us even after all this time.

Welcome to our Japan—let’s explore it together. Here are our recommendations, feel free to mix & match depending on your time, budget, and travel style.

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