Japan travel, verified
Practical Japan, from the Japanese fine print.
Fares, rules and how-tos for traveling in Japan, researched from official Japanese-language sources and dated so you know how fresh they are.
Latest guides
- Connectivity eSIM, SIM Card or Pocket Wi-Fi for Japan (2026): How to Choose Check your phone first, then choose by trip length and needs. Prices for Airalo, Ubigi, Holafly, Mobal, Sakura Mobile and pocket Wi-Fi, checked 10 Nov 2026.
- Money Japan's New Tax-Free Shopping Refund (from 1 Nov 2026): How It Works Since 1 November 2026 you pay tax at the till and get it back after a customs check at departure. Who qualifies, the 90-day rule, the airport kiosk and refunds.
In-depth PDF guides
Longer, print-friendly guides with full routes, fares and checklists. Sold through Gumroad.
How we work
- Official sources first. Every fact comes from an operator, ministry or official page, listed at the end of each article.
- Dated. Each guide shows when its facts were last checked, and we update it when a source changes.
- No invented experiences. We explain how things work and how to choose. We don't write "I tried this" unless someone did.