Looking for things to do in Japan?

You’ve come to the right place! We’ve searched the web to locate the most exciting things to do in Japan. Whether you want a cultural treat, historical adventures or a look into the future, we’ve got the list covered. Sit back and explore as we present the must do things on your trip to Japan.

Things to do before you go.........

There’s a few things you should have a look at before you go to Japan, or anywhere for that matter. There’s things to keep you safe and protected, things to keep you connected and other things that can make your travels easier and more relaxing. Check out these to start with.

Data SIM Cards

Things to do in Japan - Data Sim card

The Prepaid Data Sim is a prepaid data-only Japan travel SIM for foreign visitors in Japan. Available for 30 days use, you have a choice of 3GB or 10GB of data allowance.

This services uses the 4G Softbank network providing you with excellent coverage across Japan.

Unlike most other Japan travel SIMs, this Sim allows you to tether your device so you can use your phone as a personal WiFi hotspot!

Accommodation

Things to do in Japan - Ryokan - traditional Japanese accommodation

Japan is the type of country where you can’t just turn up and expect to find somewhere to stay. If you do that, you’ll probably have to stay in something really expensive, or you’ll find yourself in some inconvenient place too far from anything to enjoy it.

Before you go to Japan, make sure you’ve got your accommodation booked. 

The hotels in Japan are clean, but often not so spacious. Also, the main type of room for a couple is a room with 2 single beds. Queens and Kings are a luxury in Japan an you’ll usually pay a bit more for them. 

Japan Rail Pass

Things to do in Japan - Ride the shinkansen

Japan Rail Pass and Area Passes offer excellent value for train travel throughout Japan. The railway network is extensive and highly efficient covering the whole of the country and taking you to almost every city and town of any size.

The sightseeing experience of rail travel in Japan is amazing. Ride in comfort and view the most beautiful scenery from mountains and forests, to lakes and the sea. Travelling by train in Japan is easy and safe. Trains are frequent, punctual and clean.

Pocket Wifi for Japan

For convenience, get yourself a Pocket Wifi Router

Being able to use Google Maps, translation apps and check train timetables will be invaluable on your trip. Free wifi in Japan is usually limited and it’s not always where you need it.

That’s where having a pocket wifi router will come in very handy.

You can link up to 10 devices onto this router, meaning if you are a couple, or a group, this is a cost-effective way of staying connected in Japan.

Don’t miss out on what could be the best moment, the best place, the most important time in your life……because you couldn’t access the internet.

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