Japan travel checklist

<b>Passport</b>:&nbsp;Is it up to date?

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

<b>Vaccinations</b>: Have you checked whether you need any vaccinations?

<b>Travel insurance: </b>Are you covered?

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

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

<b>Booking</b>: Have you booked accommodation for at least the first night?

<b>Transport</b>: Do you know how you'll get from the airport to your accommodation?

<b>Getting</b> <b>around</b>: 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.)

<b>Driving</b>: 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?

<b>Phone</b>: 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?

<b>Apps</b>: Have you downloaded offline maps, travel apps or the <b>CHOICE Japan travel guide</b> onto your mobile?

<b>Medication</b>: Have you checked that your medication is legal in Japan?&nbsp;

<b>Tickets</b>

<b>Money</b>&nbsp;

<b>Passport</b>

A copy of your <b>travel insurance</b> details

A list of <b>emergency contacts</b> at home and in Japan

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

Chargers and a power <b>adapter</b>

Any regular medication&nbsp;