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There are generally three best seasons to visit Japan, each with its own charm. Spring in March and April are perhaps the busiest months in Japan as cherry blossoms bloom all over the country. Fall from September to November also brings cooler weather and stunning views of bright red maple leaves. For those looking for a snowy holiday, the winter season from December to February usually transforms and becomes like a snowy fairyland. Although not very popular, you can also enjoy Japanese summer. June is a wonderful time to see hydrangeas. Because Japanese people rarely travel during this period, it is also easier for you to find flights and hotels at affordable prices. In July and August, you can also head to the mountains of Karuizawa or head north to Hokkaido which is cool and perfect for exploring the outdoors. As much as possible, avoid holidays in Japan such as Golden Week (3 to 7 May) and Silver Week (16 to 18 September) because most local residents are also busy exploring various...

  As one of the most popular destinations in 2024, Japan expects tourists to continue coming in large numbers. Usually, foreign tourists really like Japanese amusement parks. As a result, there were long queues at many top tourist attractions such as, and . To avoid disappointment, you are advised to buy tickets in advance, especially if you plan to go to Japan during high season. Apart from that, in travel forums there are many stories circulating about tourists who have difficulty paying for tickets to tourist attractions in Japan using credit cards from outside Japan, even when making transactions on the official website. Even the official Universal Studios Japan website states that "Payment using Visa and Mastercard credit cards issued outside Japan is not available until further notice." Klook Tip: Before leaving for Japan, you can order all your needs including tickets to tourist attractions in Japan via Klook. You can use various payment methods and can use Rupiah!

  One of the things I enjoy is shopping in Japan, especially shopping using the Yen which is currently in a weak position compared to various other currencies including the Rupiah. Just like the 11% VAT that applies in Indonesia, Japan also charges a 10% consumption tax for most types of goods and services. However, as a tourist you might be able to save money if you shop at duty-free shops with a minimum spend of ¥5,000. Just look to see if the shop has a "Tax-Free Store" sign outside the shop, and make sure to only pay at the tax-free counter! Don't forget to show your passport to process tax-free shopping. My advice, keep carrying your passport in your bag, OK? Tax-free shopping is available in places such as (electronics), Uniqlo (clothing), Muji (household appliances), ABC-Mart (shoes), Don Quijote (discount stores), Matsumoto Kiyoshi (cosmetics), as well as department stores such as Daimaru and Takashimaya. Items that qualify for tax-free shopping in Japan are gener...

Since 2020, Japan has passed a law requiring fees for single-use plastic bags to reduce their environmental impact. Prices range from ¥3 - ¥10 for one person. So if you want to save money or want to help protect the environment, it is highly recommended that you bring a shopping bag when traveling. After all, you never know when you might find cute souvenirs that are tempting to buy.  

  You've probably heard how clean Japan is. What's even more surprising is that trash cans are actually hard to find, even in public toilets and malls. So, if you are going to travel, bring a small bag to store rubbish. You may only be able to throw away the trash when you return to the hotel.

  Japan is famous for its street food. However, did you know that eating while walking is considered impolite in Japan? I was surprised to see some signs mentioning the ban in some popular markets around Japan. If you eat snacks at roadside stalls, you are advised to eat them right outside the stall. Not only can you immediately enjoy the delicious food you ordered, you can also return or throw away the packaging. Remember point no. 5? If you don't eat it straight away outside the shop, you will be carrying trash everywhere for a long time.