Tokyo Compass: The Guide That Knows Where You're Flying From
Every traveler asks the same 7 questions before Japan — but the answer changes depending on where you fly from. Your passport, the law that protects you, your currency and your airport are all different. This guide detects your location and shows the answer that's right for you.
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✈️ Compare flights to Tokyo →🎟️ Tokyo experiences →🏨 Hotels in Tokyo →1. Do I need a visa? Is my passport OK?
Japan requires no advance visa for most passports — just a passport valid for your stay. Have your first night's address and an onward ticket handy.
2. When is it cheapest to fly — and from where?
Peak (and priciest) is cherry blossom (late March–April) and autumn leaves (November). Best value: May–June and September. Check the live price to Tokyo instead of guessing.
3. How much will it cost — in my currency?
Japan uses the Japanese yen (JPY). The weak yen makes Japan better value than in years — cash is still widely used. Most of your spend is flight and stay — which is exactly where comparing pays off.
4. If my flight is delayed or cancelled — what am I owed?
A service like AirHelp checks for free whether you're owed money (e.g. on a European connecting leg) and only takes a fee if you win.
5. Will my phone work there? (eSIM)
A Japan eSIM costs a few dollars a week and gives fast data for maps, navigation and ride apps. Sort it before you leave — land connected.
6. Do I need travel insurance?
Japan is very safe, but medical care is expensive for tourists. Make sure you have medical and evacuation cover; add ski/mountain cover if relevant.
7. What are the must-sees and must-dos?
Shibuya and the Scramble Crossing, Senso-ji temple in Asakusa, Shinjuku, Akihabara, Tokyo Skytree, and a day trip to Mt. Fuji, Hakone or Nikko. Book tickets for the popular sites ahead. Klook is especially strong across Asia — JR Pass, Disney, Mt. Fuji day trips and restaurant bookings.
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Tokyo is vast and mesmerizing: Shibuya and the Scramble Crossing, Senso-ji, Shinjuku, Akihabara and Tokyo Skytree. Arrive via Narita (NRT) or Haneda (HND) — reach the city on the Narita Express/monorail or a transfer. Get around on the metro/JR with a Suica/Pasmo card. Don't forget a Japan eSIM, travel insurance and a 100V adapter. Try ramen, sushi and izakaya in every neighborhood.