It's Your FIRST HOUR in Japan - 2025 and what you do in that first hour can set the tone for the rest of your trip.
This is an update to previous videos that gives you the most current information about arriving in Japan.
Old version here - https://youtu.be/vwhGZPMxAg0
So, it’s your first hour on the ground and you’re ready to go explore the country! But before you step out of the airport, there are several things you MUST do! You need Wi-Fi / Internet, Japanese Yen, Transportation information, train information and MORE!
Also before you arrive, there are numerous steps you need to take to ensure an awesome Japan adventure - things like getting a Japan Rail Pass, downloading Japan travel apps, information on arrival and customs, scheduling a Japan shuttle bus, and MUCH more!
This video will help you get set up quickly so you can get out and start enjoying everything Japan has to offer and do it with confidence.
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Here’s a list of helpful websites and apps that I mentioned in the video:
Japan Travel Information:
https://www.japan-guide.com
Japan Rail Pass :
https://japanrailpass.net
Start aligning your sleep schedule with Japan Time:
Current time in Japan: https://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/japan/tokyo
Papago Translation app:
Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.naver.labs.translator&hl=en&gl=US
Apple: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/naver-papago-ai-translator/id1147874819
Deepl Translation app:
Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.deepl.mobiletranslator&hl=en&gl=US
Apple: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/deepl-translate/id1552407475
Suica IC Card:
https://www.jreast.co.jp/suica/
Pasmo:
https://www.pasmo.co.jp/visitors/en/
Pasmo app:
Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mobilepasmo.android&hl=en&gl=US
Apple: https://apps.apple.com/jp/app/pasmo/id1489151487
Suica app:
Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mobilesuica.msb.android&hl=en&gl=US
Apple: https://apps.apple.com/jp/app/suica/id1156875272
Google Translate app:
Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.google.android.apps.translate&hl=en&gl=US
Apple: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/google-translate/id414706506
ChatGPT app:
https://openai.com/chatgpt/download/
Google Maps app:
Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.google.android.apps.maps&hl=en&gl=US
Apple: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/google-maps/id585027354
Japan Border Customs Website:
https://www.customs.go.jp/english/summary/passenger.htm
Airalo E-SIMs:
https://www.airalo.com/
WiFi and Sim Card Services:
https://anyfone.jp/
https://www.jalabc.com/
Luggage Forwarding Services & Information:
https://www.jalabc.com/
https://www.global-yamato.com/en/hands-free-travel/scene02.html
https://www.jrailpass.com/blog/transporting-luggage-forwarding#:~:text=If%20having%20your%20luggage%20delivered,%C2%A51%2C500%20and%20%C2%A53%2C000
Shuttle Bus Services:
https://www.keikyu-bus.co.jp
https://webservice.limousinebus.co.jp/web/en
Current Exchange Rates:
https://www.x-rates.com/table/?from=JPY&amount=1
CHAPTERS:
0:00 - Introduction
02:38 - Translation Apps
05:33 - Navigating Japan
07:40 - Arriving at the Airports
08:28 - Luggage Forwarding Services
09:52 - Staying Connected (WiFi)
11:09 - Special Request
11:27 - Currency Exchange
12:24 - Payment Methods
13:04 - General Transportation Tips
13:51 - Japan Rail System & Passes
14:56 - Pasmo and Suica Cards
16:32 - How to purchase Pasmo or Suica Cards
17:46 - Check Pasmo or Suica Balance
18:17 - How to Ride & Navigate Trains
21:00 - Changing Trains
22:21 - Finding your Station Exit
23:28 - Message from Japan to YOU!