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Japan is a country in east Asia, an archipelago which situates in the Pacific Ocean. In size, it is the 62th largest in the world, with land surface of 37800 square kilometers. Surrounded by ocean waters, Japan is a maritime country. Geographically, the land is divided into 8 regions - Hokkaido, Tohoku, Kanto, Chubu, Kinki, Chugoku, Shikoku and Kyushu. Administratively, the state of Japan consists of 47 local governments - 1 To, 1 Do, 2 Fu, and 43 Prefectures.
On Japan- Find the essentials here and get to know better about Japan in the following pages under each topic.
Climate- Japan has four distinguished seasons. Mild springs, hot summers, crispy autumns and winters with snow and sun.
Money- See what money looks like in Japan. There are notes of four denominations and six different coins.
Railways- Use the Rail Pass, available only for foreign tourists, to ride bullet trains and explore Japan's railway network.
Tap & Mineral Water- Tap water is safe and drinkable in Japan but bottled mineral water from around the world and domestic are also available.
Entering&Leaving Japan- Tourists are required to own valid passports and visas (with exceptions) and to abide by customs regulations of Japan.
Public Etiquette- Helpful tips when traveling in Japan, a country where people care about the conformity in manners.
Emergency Numbers- A quick guide on contact numbers and websites you will have to use if any unexpected accidents occur.
Telephone- Learn how to make phone calls in Japan with other rapidly changing services in the mobile environment.
Internet- The means and costs for internet access vary, but you can still find cheap and simple ways to get connected.
Voltage and Plugs- Electronic appliances brought into Japan are incompatible unless transformers and plug-adapters are used.
Postal&Courier Service- International mail service is available at Post offices, and by services provided by domestic takkyubin companies.
Roads- An International Driver's Permit or a Driver's License of Japan (both conditioned) is required to drive in Japan.
Airports- With 5 major hub airports and over 50 local airports, flying becomes an attractive transportation for tourists.
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