This becomes increasingly true as the yen weakens due to the Bank of Japan continuing to pursue its loose monetary policy while the United States Federal Reserve, European, and other central banks raise interest rates. However, if youve received any fewerjabs than three, youll need to show a negative test taken within 72 hours of departure for Japan. And thank you for providing this space for all of us. Please add japantimes.co.jp and piano.io to your list of allowed sites. Beloved for its unique mix of vibrant urban culture and natural beauty, the country is lifting its tight regulations on foreign tourists, according to a tweet Thursday from Taro Kono, Japan's. Its says a lot about Japan is a socially conscious society that so many individuals choose to wear masks even without mandates in place! Current state of tourism: fully open to international tourism Read about coronavirus manners in Japan. Prime Minister Fumio Kishida reportedly plans to make a decision as early as the end of this week, according to the news outlets sources. Your updates were by far the best I could find on the internet and helped lots of us getting through this (dare I say; emotional) rollercoaster the past several years. Istanbul is one of the most important tourism spots not only in Turkey but also in the world. Before heading to Japan to travel, make sure to check the most up-to-date information. As the Japan experts, weve sought all the requirement information directly from Japanese government sources and broken them down into easy-to-understand sections. So, it seems the country is finallyon the road to properly welcoming travellers again and thats something that we can all get very excited about. We are eager to revisit our favorite places, see friends in Japan for the first time in over two years, and continue creating this sites wealth of free planning resources. Slowly but surely, foreign visitors are returning to Japan. The Japanese governmentis now looking to capitalise on huge demand from travellers to visit without booking through an agency, especially as the weak yen means that travel to Japan is currently cheaper than it has been for many years. Sorry, but your browser needs Javascript to use this site. Thanks for your commitment, communication and consultation over the last 2 years. in the Profile section of your subscriber account page. Compared with the pre-pandemic level in 2019, it dropped 99.2 percent. for individual tourists. We recommend checking with the facilities you want to visit before heading out. However, as we mentioned above, from October 11th onwards fully independent, visa-free travel to Japan is possible. Visa-free, independent travel is now possible for most nationalities. First, after reopening to guided tour groups, Japan reopened to individual tourists on October 11 of last year. Following Japans decision last month to drop pre-departure testing,the Japanese governmentis nowallowing travellers to visit Japan without booking a guided tour or using a travel agency. Read the country information page for additional information on travel to Japan. Prime Minister Fumio Kishida reportedly plans to make a decision as early as the end of this week, with an eye to implementing the revisions by October. We have more good news! We recommend checking with the facilities you want to visit before heading out. mean getting rid of the mask. Let's have a proper look at what has changed for those planning to travel to Japan in 2022 and what to expect when you finally do get here. Was less crowded than when I was there before, especially at the airport. If youre planning a trip to Japan, there are some things you should do now. 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Thanks, [] to individual tourists for the duration of the festivities. You may still need a negative Covid test within 72 hours of flying to Japan (see details below). This includes business travelers on short stays, students in study abroad programs, participants in technical internships, both guided & unguided tour groups, spouses or children (and other relatives) of a Japanese national/permanent resident, others with special exceptional circumstances, and those who would provide a public benefit to Japan. Are borders open as normal in 2023? Economic benefits of international tourists is one big reason why Japan is expected to reopen its border. Domestic criticism and lobbying have already allowed a significant easing of the restrictions. This is now the same as the best-case scenario. Bon voyage! Best wishes to everyone on your travels!! Visa-free travel has also been reinstated for travellers from dozens of countries (see which ones here), though there are still several border measures in place. Like a moth to a flame.). In fact, you should act fast: the crowds are going to return, but it will take several months before we get back to the jam-packed conditions of 2019. From June 10th 2022, Japan opened to escorted tours. Then, on September 7th, independent travel became possible, but still needed to be booked through a government-authorised agency and required a visa. Any questions? All you have to do is pick one of our artfully made Tours and your desired departure date. And indeed, there was nothing today, either, or even this year so far because at last the Japan we loved, the Japan that rejected us against sense, science and reason, has finally provided a sensible, responsible option for people like us to enter the country, which was all we ever asked for in the first place. Japan is finally open to independent travellers and has now lifted even more border restrictions. Constitutionally, the Japanese government cant mandate something like mask wearing. if (d.getElementById(id)) return; Japan has vilified and scapegoated foreigners and had an overly aggressive approach to its borders. However, before writing your first comment, please create a display name TOKYO . We humbly apologize for the inconvenience. To learn more see our FAQ, Rust belt province got old before it got rich, as much of China will. Which brings us to a threshold issue:when will Japan reopen?This week, Prime Minister Fumio Kishida is in New York to deliver an address at the U.N. General [], Your email address will not be published. Hardly a week goes by when we don't get this question from a TravelSort Client. As improbable as it mightve seemed even a week ago, Japan welcoming back international visitors who are not part of tours (guided or unguided) sometime before November is likely. The yen has fallen to a 24-year low of 144 to the dollar, likely contributing to the sense of urgency in the aforementioned interviews. This is a necessary prerequisite for further reopening and the resumption of more inbound international flights, but this alone was not an obstacle dissuading most international visitors. Will be heading back again in a couple of weeks. All rights reserved. Visit our sister brand Inside Asia Tours. Exercise normal precautions in Japan. If youre planning a trip to the Japan, check outour other posts about Japanfor ideas on other things to do! There are thousands of hotels and other tourist-oriented industries in the city. In June, the country first reopened to leisure travelers from 98 countries including the U.S., but officials required a visa . Asia Welcomes Travelers, but Japan Says, Not Yet Countries across region are reopening borders to tourists, but Japan continues to turn them away. But whatever winter wave occurs (and onewillhappen), thats unlikely to be an obstacle to reopening progress, as was the case last year. Japan fully reopening in full is all but inevitable at this point. Why Expecting Japan's Reopening to Tourism Before Summer 2022 at Best is Unrealistic. Basically, travelling with a guide either as part of a group or a private guide just for you and your travel companion(s). Previously, travel requirements included booking your trip through a government-approved tour operator and also obtain a visa and ERFS certificate, but both these requirements are no longer necessary. What are testing, face mask, and vaccine requirements for visitors? The good news is that we now have an answer to questionsweve been asking for nearly two years! Updated On September 26, 2022. See our, If you are boosted with a Covid vaccine, you do not need a negative Covid test before flying to Japan. Japan eases foreign tourism ban and allows guided package tours. Thanks for the updates Tom and thank you to everyone who shared their thoughts and opinions over the past 2 years. The government had a goal of 40 million in 2020 timed with the Summer Olympics. Do you or anyone here know if we need this after Oct. 11? Traveling in Japan without constraint as a tourist is possible from October 11, 2022. Use the Visit Japan Web app to upload your Covid vaccination status or Covid test results. To say it one last time cheers, Tom. As always, Japan is cautious and conservative, with a slow and belabored decision-making process that often embodies analysis paralysis and usually defies logic. Everybody have a great trip! With this, the visa exemption would be reinstated, making that a non-issue. Ill never forget this amazing, special blog and the unlikely community of shared pain that flourished here for as long as I live. If you want to travel to Japan for work: check the true nature of the work offered; get the correct visa before arriving in Japan; get legal advice before signing any contract On 10 June 2022, Japan finally started allowing international tourists into the country for the first time in . Get planning with our guide to Japans 15 best hotels. How do you view the news about guided tours? TOKYO Japan will open its borders to foreign tourists in June for the first time since imposing tight pandemic travel restrictions about two years ago, but only for package tours for now . Those two posts cover essentially everything you need to know about visiting Japan as of 2023. Decreased tourism plus falling exports, an increased consumption tax, reduced consumer spending, weak yen, and growing national debt. Critically, this would eliminate the legal requirement of a responsible receiving party for visitors to Japan. Japans decision last month to drop pre-departure testing, a full list of all the countries and regions eligible for visa-free travel to Japan, huge demand from travellers to visit without booking through an agency, youll soon be able to spend six weeks in Thailand, visa-free. fjs.parentNode.insertBefore(js, fjs); It now appears that the time is hereor coming very soon. But Japans border opening approach? Our view is that the worst-case scenario is nowhighlyunlikely. Thats the sharpest fall on record according to the Japan Tourism Agency. We have all the answers you need about Japans full border opening on 11. Lets say that happens in early November. Visa-free travel is possible for all countries that originally had this arrangement with Japan, which includes countries like Australia, New Zealand, the UK, most of Europe, the US and Canada. We recommend consulting the, The Long-term Expat: How Covid Changed My Life in Tokyo, Traveling Through Japan in the Age of Covid-19: A Personal Encounter, Why Im Glad I Got Stuck in Japan During Covid-19, Lessons in Isolation: How a 10-Day Silent Retreat in Japans Countryside Helped Me Cope With the Covid New Reality, official website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Conquering a Fear of the Unknown: The Psychology Behind Covid-19 Anxiety and How to Cope With It, What the Covid-19 Pandemic can Teach Japan about Climate Change. Visit our main site to read more about this topic or contact one of our specialists. What we had here was a weird little community of sorts, and a really nice one considering the circumstances. Your subscription plan doesn't allow commenting. There is a lot of pent up demand for travel to Japan, so plane tickets and accommodations should be a priority. Visa exemption would be reinstated, making that a non-issue of China will things to do pick! 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