General Information
Is a biometric passport necessary?
Biometric passports are not required for travel to Japan.
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Articles in this section
- Do I need a visa to enter Japan?
- Is it necessary for overseas visitors to show their passport upon checking in at accommodations?
- When is peak travel season?
- When do the cherry blossoms bloom?
- When can we see autumn foilage in Japan?
- Will travel in Japan be difficult without Japanese language skills?
- Is Japan expensive?
- How can I find accommodations/hotels and reserve a room?
- What kind of accommodation is available in Japan?
- I have heard that I can only visit Katsura-rikyu Palace with a permit. How can I get this authorisation?
- When is the best time to visit Japan?
- Is a biometric passport necessary?
- Where are the JNTO offices located?
- What can I import into Japan?
- Which tour operators specialise in Japan?