Japan Trip Planning
My step-by-step plan: when to go, where to stay, how to budget, and what to book first so you don't get overwhelmed.
Goal: maximize experiences, minimize stress (and avoid rookie mistakes).
Start Here
The big questions answered. Work through these in order, or jump to what you need.
Quick Facts
Essential information at a glance.
Visa
90 days visa-free for most countries
Currency
Japanese Yen (¥) - Cash is still king
Language
Japanese - English limited outside tourist areas
Power
100V, Type A/B plugs (same as US)
Tap Water
Safe to drink everywhere
Tipping
Not expected - can be seen as rude
Budget Overview
Daily costs by travel style (per person, in Japanese Yen).
| Category | Budget | Mid-Range | Luxury |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation | ¥5,000-15,000 | ¥15,000-30,000 | ¥40,000+ |
| Food | ¥2,000-3,000 | ¥5,000-8,000 | ¥15,000+ |
| Transport | ¥1,000-2,000 | ¥3,000-5,000 | ¥5,000+ |
| Activities | ¥500-1,500 | ¥2,000-4,000 | ¥5,000+ |
| Daily Total | ¥8,500-21,500 | ¥25,000-47,000 | ¥65,000+ |
Free Planning Tools
Interactive calculators and checklists. No sign-up required.
The Travelmaxing Philosophy
Do less, experience more. Most travel itineraries pack in too much. You end up exhausted, rushing between attractions, never really present in any of them.
Our approach: fewer stops, more depth. Time to wander without a destination. Space to say yes to spontaneous discoveries. Room to actually enjoy your meals instead of photographing them and running to the next thing.
The best travel memories rarely come from checking boxes. They come from the unexpected moments — the conversation with a local bar owner, the hidden shrine you stumbled upon, the perfect bowl of ramen found by accident.
We build itineraries with intention. Every recommendation is tested. Every timeline is realistic. Your trip should feel like an adventure, not a marathon.
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