City
About Japan
Where ancient temples meet neon-lit megacities — Tokyo's electric energy, Kyoto's serene temples, Osaka's street food, bullet trains, cherry blossoms, and a culture of perfection in everything.
Japan is a country of extraordinary contrasts — 2,000-year-old Shinto shrines beside glass-and-steel skyscrapers, robot restaurants next to quiet zen gardens, and a culture that pursues perfection in everything from sushi to train timetables. The Shinkansen bullet train connects the main cities at 320 km/h. Cherry blossom season (late March-April) transforms the country into pink-and-white wonder. For Gulf visitors, Japan is increasingly popular: visa-free entry, exceptionally safe (one of the world's lowest crime rates), clean beyond belief, and a growing halal food scene. Tokyo, Osaka, and Kyoto form the classic "Golden Route" — culture, food, and shopping in the world's most fascinating country.
Highlights
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Tokyo
Shibuya, Shinjuku, Akihabara — the world's most futuristic city.
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Kyoto
2,000 temples, geisha districts, and traditional tea ceremonies.
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Osaka
Japan's kitchen — street food, takoyaki, and ramen culture.
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Mount Fuji
Japan's sacred peak — 3,776 m, snow-capped and iconic.
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Cherry Blossoms
Sakura season (Mar-Apr) — the world's most beautiful spring.
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Bullet Trains
Shinkansen at 320 km/h — Tokyo to Osaka in 2h15.
Best For
Key Facts
- Capital
- Tokyo
- Population
- 125,000,000
- Area
- 377,975 km²
- Timezone
- Asia/Tokyo
- Currency
- JPY (Japanese Yen)
- Phone Code
- +81
- Country Code
- JP
📅 Best Time to Visit
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Best months to visit: Mar, Apr, May, Oct, Nov
✈️ Travel Information — Japan
Everything you need to know before you go
Safe
💰
JPY
Japanese Yen
🏷️
¥
Symbol
⚡
100
Voltage
〰️
50
Frequency
ℹ️ Practical Information — Japan
NEVER tip in Japan — it is considered rude and confusing.: No restrictions. Japanese dress modestly by default. Casual is fine everywhere.: No halal labelling requirement by law, but halal restaurants are growing rapidly in Tokyo and Osaka. Pork and alcohol are common in Japanese cuisine — ask before ordering.
English
Local
Pronunciation
こんにちは
Kon-nee-chee-wa
ありがとう
Ah-ree-ga-toh
すみません
Su-mee-ma-sen
いくらですか？
Ee-ku-ra des-ka?
📅 When to Visit Japan
Peak Season
Shoulder Season
Off-Peak
🏆 Best Months:
🥇 Apr
🥈 Mar
🥉 Nov
Jan
🟢 Off-Peak
🌡️ 17° / 7°
🌧️ 8d
$
🎆 New Year
Feb
🟢 Off-Peak
🌡️ 17° / 7°
🌧️ 8d
$
🛍️ Dubai Shopping Festival
Mar
⭐
🟢 Off-Peak
🌡️ 27° / 17°
🌧️ 5d
$
🌙 Ramadan (approx.)
Apr
⭐
🟢 Off-Peak
🌡️ 27° / 17°
🌧️ 5d
$
🎉 Eid al-Fitr (approx.)
📚 Spring Break
May
🟡 Shoulder Season
🌡️ 27° / 17°
🌧️ 5d
$$$
Jun
🔴 Peak Season
🌡️ 37° / 27°
🌧️ 3d
$$$$$
🐑 Eid al-Adha (approx.)
☀️ Summer Holiday Starts
Jul
🔴 Peak Season
🌡️ 37° / 27°
🌧️ 3d
$$$$$
🎪 Dubai Summer Surprises
Aug
🔴 Peak Season
🌡️ 37° / 27°
🌧️ 3d
$$$$$
Sep
🟡 Shoulder Season
🌡️ 27° / 17°
🌧️ 5d
$$$
📚 School Year Starts
Oct
🟡 Shoulder Season
🌡️ 27° / 17°
🌧️ 5d
$$$
Nov
⭐
🟢 Off-Peak
🌡️ 27° / 17°
🌧️ 5d
$
🇦🇪 UAE National Day (Dec 2)
Dec
🟢 Off-Peak
🌡️ 17° / 7°
🌧️ 8d
$
🎄 Christmas & NYE
❄️ Winter Break
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