Can I Travel to Japan Now?
Updated: March 1, 2023 The Japanese government announced it will downgrade the status of COVID-19 to that of the seasonal flu on May 8. As the date gets closer, entry restrictions and quarantine guidelines may be reviewed.
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COVID-19 Update #6
/in COVID-19, Practical Tips /by Becki BenedictWe’re feeling optimistic about Japan opening up before the spring next year.
COVID-19 Update #5
/in COVID-19, Practical Tips /by Shawn WeldonWe’re halfway through 2021 and finally starting to see a light at the end of this long, dark COVID-19 tunnel. We’re keeping our nose to the grindstone and working hard towards showing our guests an amazing time in spring of 2022.
COVID-19 Update #4
/in COVID-19, Practical Tips /by Shawn WeldonTourism to Japan for 2021 is looking much like 2020…BLEAK. Although Japan is going to hold the Olympic games, they’re not going to allow foreign spectators. The athletes will be tested frequently and will only be permitted to go to practice and their competitive events.
Should I Visit Japan in May or October?
/in Common Questions /by Becki BenedictMay and October are some of the best months to travel to Japan. They have about the same amount of crowds and the same probability of rain. In both May and October, the chance of rain is about 30-35 percent, and 50 percent of the days are sunny. In order Read more
COVID-19 Update #3
/in COVID-19, Practical Tips /by Shawn Weldon2020 is over! Which officially puts us in the second year of the COVID-19 pandemic and there is finally a light at the end of the tunnel. Vaccine rollouts are under way in the G7 nations, which include both the USA and Japan.
COVID-19 Update #2
/in COVID-19, Practical Tips /by Becki Benedict2020 has been an extremely difficult year on a global scale. Japan is currently restricting entry to foreign tourists from over 150 countries around the world, including the United States. It is unclear when tourists will be able to enter the country, but there has been mention of a gradual reopening starting in April 2021.
COVID-19 Update
/in COVID-19, Practical Tips /by Shawn Weldon2020 has been extremely difficult on a global scale and no country, company or individual is exempt from dealing with COVID-19. Since the beginning of this pandemic, we have received a number of emails and messages from both former and future tour participants encouraging us and wishing us well.
2019 Japan Fall Tours
/in Travel Stories /by Shawn WeldonWe’re back from our 2019 Japan Fall Tours. We had a great time with our guests and sharing all the wonderful experiences Japan has to offer. The weather was great and the changing leaves were amazing! Here are some photos of the people and places from our Fall Tours. Enjoy! Read more
5 Reasons You Should Visit Japan in the Fall
/in Practical Tips /by Shawn WeldonJapan prides itself on having four distinct seasons. Winter is dry and unforgivably cold. Summer is wet and Louisiana Bayou hot. Japan’s spring is world renowned for its brilliant pink and white cherry blossoms and temperate weather. However, fall may be one of Japan’s best kept secrets. Read more
About
Becki and Shawn
Japan Travel Specialists
Hi, we’re Becki and Shawn! We love Japan and are truly passionate about Japan and Japan travel.
We’ve lived, worked, and traveled in Japan for 20+ years, so we know where to go, what to see, and how to get there. Join us in Japan for an adventure of a lifetime!
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