Japan in spring is a divine beauty with cherry blossoms painting the landscapes into a pink sea. People from across the globe visit here in spring to take part in the Hanami festival along with the local people, and to enjoy themselves by going sightseeing, hiking along the scenic walls, enjoying sakura-flavoured treats (mochi and tea), taking tranquil boat rides through cherry blossom lined rivers and walking through monuments, temples and other archaeological sites under the pleasant warm weather.
The most common payment method in Japan is Visa and MasterCard, widely accepted in hotels, restaurants, and stores. However, Japan remains largely cash-based in rural areas and small local shops. It's wise to carry a few hundred Yen for small purchases.
Currency exchange services are available at airports, banks, and exchange offices in popular locations like malls and train stations. International ATM access is widely available using cards with Plus, Cirrus, or Maestro networks.
Japan is 3.5 hours ahead of India. Japan follows Japan Standard Time (UTC+9), while India follows IST (UTC+5:30). Plan your calls or meetings accordingly to avoid confusion.
Japan offers excellent internet connectivity. Free Wi-Fi is available at airports, hotels, cafes, and trains. Pocket Wi-Fi or Japanese SIM cards can also be used for uninterrupted service.
Japan has modern healthcare facilities with English-speaking staff in major hospitals. Emergency number for ambulance: 119. Tourists are recommended to carry travel insurance for peace of mind.
