Suica, IC cards, trains and transportation in Japan
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Suica, IC cards, trains and transportation in Japan
Best Luggage for Japan 2026: 5 Suitcases Under the Shinkansen Limit
Bags over 160 cm need a reservation on Japan's main bullet trains. 5 suitcases that stay under the limit, carry-on rules for domestic flights, andΒ prices.
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How to Buy a Car in Japan as a Foreigner (2026)
There is a line in Japan that runs somewhere through the outer wards of Tokyo, and on one side of it a car is an expensive mistake and on the other side it is the single thing that makes life work. If you live in Nakano and commute to Otemachi, buying a car is a […]
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Cycling in Japan 2026
Since 1 April 2026 Japan issues on-the-spot fines to cyclists aged 16 and over. Phone use costs 12,000 yen, umbrella riding 5,000 yen. Here is the full fine table, where you are legally allowed to ride, how bicycle registration works, why insurance is required in most prefectures, and what to do when police stop you.
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Left Something on a Japanese Train? 2026 Lost & Found Guide
The doors close, the train pulls away β and you realize your phone, wallet, or umbrella is still on the seat. Heart-stopping, right? Here’s the reassuring truth: Japan has one of the best lost-and-found systems in the world. Tokyo police alone recovered around 4.5 million lost items in a recent year, and cash is returned […]
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Japan Train Delay & Suspension Guide 2026
You’re standing on a platform in Tokyo, your train isn’t moving, and an announcement crackles over the speakers β entirely in Japanese. Stressful, right? Japanese trains are famously punctual, but delays (ι ε»Ά) and full suspensions (ιθ»’θ¦εγγ) do happen, especially during the JuneβOctober rainy and typhoon season. The good news: the system is built to help […]
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Japan Cashless Payment Guide 2026
Tax-free shopping in Japan changes on 1 November 2026 Until 31 October you show your passport at the till and simply pay without the 10% consumption tax. From 1 November you pay the full tax-included price in the shop and claim the tax back at the airport — at a customs kiosk or through Visit […]
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Pasmo vs Suica 2026: Which IC Card Should You Get?
π± Critical Android Warning: Most Android Phones Cannot Use Mobile Suica or PASMO Mobile Suica and Mobile PASMO require a FeliCa (NFC-F) chip β a Japanese NFC standard found in almost no non-Japanese Android phones. If you have a Samsung Galaxy, Google Pixel (international version), or any other non-Japan-market Android phone, Mobile Suica/PASMO will not […]
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Best eSIM for Japan 2026: 5 Options Compared
Find the best eSIM cards for Japan travel in 2026. Compare Airalo, Holafly, Nomad, IIJmio and eConnect Japan for fast, affordable data. Instant activation, no SIM swapping needed.
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Japan Trains 2026: Never Get Lost Again
π Quick Summary: Japan has one of the world’s best public transportation systems β but it can be confusing at first. This complete guide covers trains, buses, subways, IC cards, taxis, and domestic flights to help you get around Japan confidently. Getting around Japan is one of the greatest pleasures of visiting or living in […]
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Suica Card 2026: The Complete Japan Travel Guide
π Suica 2026 Updates Welcome Suica Mobile (iPhone app): Valid 180 days, works with most international credit cards β best option for iPhone users Physical Welcome Suica (red card): Valid 28 days, buy at Narita/Haneda airport β best for Android users whose phones lack FeliCa (NFC-F) chip Android users: Most non-Japanese Android phones cannot use […]
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Best Pocket WiFi for Japan 2026: Top 5 Rentals
<p>Why You Need Pocket WiFi in Japan Japan has some of the fastest mobile internet in the world, but accessing it as a visitor isn’t always straightforward. Roaming fees are expensive, and local SIMs require an unlocked phone. A pocket WiFi device solves everything instantly β one device, up to 15 connections, working across all […]</p>
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