What to do if you don’t know Japanese when traveling to Japan? Detailed Guide to Traveling to Japan 2017

Japan is located in the northeast of China. This is a country that has been intertwined with China for thousands of years. The cultural exchanges and conflicts in ancient times and the fierce confrontation in modern times make the Chinese feel close to Japan. If you feel confused and unfamiliar, let me share with you what to do if you don’t know Japanese when traveling independently in Japan.

Preparing to travel to Japan for the first time. But friends who are not very clear about Japan travel can refer to my answer on Japan travel preparation.

When going to Japan, you must first understand the information about the city you want to visit.

The first step is to get the information about the tourist city two months before traveling

Collect travel information, mainly in travel books, the Internet, and find local sightseeing information

①Travel books

There are many online travel books, such as Lonely Planet, so you can learn about them in advance. Make a rough guide for the city you are going to.

②Internet

With the developed Internet today, it is very convenient to find information online. If you have already decided on the city you want to go to, then search for information online in a targeted manner.

Official website

Japan National Tourism Organization: /

Tokyo’s official tourism website GOTOKYO: /

At the beginning, I suggest you two The most important reason for preparing the itinerary months in advance is to apply for a visa, which takes about 10 working days. On Taobao, all major travel websites have it, so it’s no longer a burden. Here is a reminder for everyone: If you want to visit Japan during the cherry blossom season and red leaf season, you should book air tickets and hotels at least two months or earlier.

The second step is to buy air tickets for the city you want to visit

With the development of the Internet today, tourists can book air tickets directly online without going through a travel agency.

When purchasing a ticket, first determine the departure date and return date, and then compare prices.

Skyscanner is more commonly used for air ticket price comparison: /?ref=baiduamp; utm_source=baidusearchamp; utm_medium=cpcamp; utm_campaign=baidubrandlink001

Does a deposit need to be made to make an appointment?

Generally not required, but please respect the agreement and do not cancel casually

Is tipping required in Japan?

Since the service fee is already included in the accommodation fee, there is no need to pay

What should you pay attention to when choosing a hotel?

The first factor is transportation, followed by comfort and price. After determining the approximate itinerary, look for accommodation with convenient transportation according to the itinerary.

The fourth step is the Japanese yen problem

Japanese currency

The Japanese yen is called _, and the Roman pinyin is en

The Japanese yen exchange rate Every bank is different. Before exchanging money, you can check it on the Internet first.

What should I do if I run out of money in Japan?

It can be used at Japanese airports, banks, restaurants, etc. Exchange RMB for Japanese yen, but the handling fee is relatively high. Generally, UnionPay cards can be used to withdraw Japanese yen at post offices, 711, airports, and department store ATMs, but there is a handling fee.

What you need to bring in the fifth step

Passport, passport photocopy (passports are separated), air tickets, room reservation records, two passport photos, credit card, Japanese yen, RMB, Map or travel book, emergency contact phone number, change of clothes, sunscreen, moisturizing lotion, toiletries, cosmetics, sanitary products, umbrellas and rain gear, mobile phone charger, camera, camera charger, plastic bag, spare small luggage bag, regular medicine .

The sixth step is to install essential travel software on your mobile phone

Map: Googlemap Dining: tabelog

Transportation: Transfer case weather: yahoo weather

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Exchange rate conversion software

Step 7: Buy travel insurance

Overseas travel insurance is mainly divided into three parts: accident insurance, accident medical insurance, and disease medical insurance.

The price of travel insurance varies depending on the insured amount, travel location and number of days. They are usually over 50 yuan. Some insurances also include flight delay insurance, baggage delay and loss insurance, so it’s best to find out in advance before traveling.

The Eighth Step Network

In the process of traveling, it is indispensable to use various software to query. So networking is a top priority.

There are four ways to access the Internet: rent WiFi, buy a mobile Internet card, use Japanese public WiFi, and activate international mobile roaming

WiFi:

Features : Nowadays, there are counters for renting WiFi at major domestic airports, which is very convenient. The average cost is more than ten yuan a day. A deposit of 500 is generally required. One WiFi can connect 5 or 6 devices, and all 4G speeds are very fast. But because the power consumption is relatively fast, it is best to prepare a power bank.

SIM Internet Card:

There are many on Taobao. You can choose the Internet card that suits you according to the number of days you stay in Japan. Great value for money. convenient.

Japanese public WiFi:

①Starbuckswi2: Used by Starbucks all over Japan, free to apply for unlimited passwords. Website: http://starbucks.wi2.co.jp/

②Lawson

wi-fi: available at Lawson convenience stores throughout Japan, free but you need to apply for membership at the convenience store. Download the app. Website: Wi-Fiサ_ビス|ロ_ソン

③7

SPOT: Used in 7-11 convenience stores, Sogo Department Store, Seibu Department Store, loft, etc. in Japan, free application for account and password , three times a day, 60 minutes each time. Website: セブンスポットへようこそ

④famima

Wi-Fi: Used in all FamilyMart convenience stores in Japan. You need to apply for an account and password for free. You can use it three times a day for 20 minutes each time. Website: ファミリ_マ_トのWi-Fi_ Material インタ_ネットConnect_

⑤FREESPOT: Nine thousand locations across Japan. free. Website: FREESPOT? Public___LANスポットサ_ビス

⑥NTTEAST

Free WiFi network card: used in tens of thousands of hotspots in Tokyo, Hokkaido, etc. Holding a foreign passport, you can pass it at any NTT counter at Soda Airport, Mount Fuji, Nagano) to Hokkaido (New Chitose Airport)/

Free within 14 days, unlimited traffic, passport, tourists are recommended to buy an Osaka passport before going With the travel card, rent a mobile wifi, and then just visit Osaka with the travel card. The route is planned for you. From transportation to entertainment to hot springs, everything is covered. You just need to find your own accommodation. The most important thing is that the Osaka Amazing Pass only costs over 200 yuan, which is great value.

Then when you get there and you really don’t know the way, you can just find a drugstore and go in. There will almost always be a Chinese clerk. At this time, you can start asking for directions in your native language. If you want to eat, just look at who is there. There is a coupon machine at your door, so you can buy tickets directly by inserting coins

ps: I feel that if you travel the way I said, you will be very lonely...

I am still worried about free travel in Japan. With some experience, my advice is to be more prepared and have courage. Read other people's strategies and make your own strategies more detailed, such as Qyer.com, Mafengwo, "Stingy Boy" blog, etc., and conduct a comprehensive analysis. When I make my own guide, I like to make it very detailed. If I make a guide carefully, I can be as detailed as which bus line to take, which direction, which station to get off, which exit to exit, which exit has the elevator, and how much the ticket costs. All that’s left is to bravely set off. Because I think Japan’s service level and service awareness exceeds that of most countries in Europe and Asia. I have thought of everything for you. Most of the time, simple English and gestures can solve the problem. Moreover, Japan has excellent trustworthiness, so you can rest assured that you will hardly be deceived when facing real Japanese people (you need to be more careful when facing Chinese people abroad).

Air tickets can be purchased on apps like Ctrip Fliggy;

Visa can be applied for on Taobao, and the Taobao store will tell you what information is needed; you should buy the air ticket first before applying for the visa, so Find a reliable Taobao seller.

By the way, I went to Taobao to buy an Internet card

To find my way, I used Google Maps, which is very easy to use, and the public transportation in Japan is very developed. You can use Google Maps to search for which bus to take and where to transfer.

You can search for guides on various travel websites, depending on what you like to see. I think the APP Cicada Travels is very useful. Some of the best local travel times, currency exchange, and visa application guidelines are written down

It doesn’t matter if you don’t speak Japanese, as long as you have translation software for simple English words. . Most Japanese people are friendly and enthusiastic. If they can't explain something to you, they will use their mobile phones to translate it to you. For shopping, most of them have Chinese shopping guides

For accommodation, you can use Airbnb.

Because land is at a premium in Japan, staying in a hotel is more expensive. B&Bs are cheap and comfortable, and you can better experience the local customs. Most B&Bs will provide free WiFi and transportation instructions, which is very considerate