Elisabeth Baulch and Jodi Bird
www.choice.com.au

Japan travel checklist

Japan travel

• To do 

• Passport: Is it up to date?

• Entry requirements: Will your passport remain valid during your stay? Will you be earning any money in Japan? Do you have any criminal convictions?

• Vaccinations: Have you checked whether you need any vaccinations?

• Travel insurance: Are you covered?

• Safety: Have you registered your travel plans with smartraveller and checked the latest safety advice on the region you're travelling to?

• Money: Have you told your bank you're going overseas, and do you know how you'll be paying for things in Japan?

• Booking: Have you booked accommodation for at least the first night?

• Transport: Do you know how you'll get from the airport to your accommodation?

• Getting around: Do you know how you'll get around Japan, and do you need to pre-book any tickets? (Tip: Rail passes must be bought before you arrive.)

• Driving: If you're planning to drive in Japan, do you have an International Driving Permit? Is driving covered by your insurance? Are you familiar with the road rules?

• Phone: Do you know if your phone will work in Japan? Have you switched off data roaming and voicemail? If you're planning to use a local SIM, is your phone unlocked?

• Apps: Have you downloaded offline maps, travel apps or the CHOICE Japan travel guide onto your mobile?

• Medication: Have you checked that your medication is legal in Japan? 

• To pack

• Tickets

• Money 

• Passport

• A copy of your travel insurance details

• A list of emergency contacts at home and in Japan

• Your hotel address written in Japanese (and any other important information such as food allergies)

• Chargers and a power adapter

• Any regular medication