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Is Japan Open? Latest on Japan Travel Restrictions: Entry, Events & More (Updated 9/2022)

Countries all around the globe have also been easing up travel restrictions. Naturally, many have also wondered if and when they could travel to Japan again. The rules and details around visiting Japan can be a little complicated to understand. Several restrictions for entering the country changed on September 8, and from October 11, independent travelers will be able to enter Japan, with no restrictions on number of daily entries, and no short-term visa. Based on government information, we'll explain everything you need to know about Japan travel restrictions, from entry conditions and necessary documentation, to mask requirements and the current state of Covid-19 in Japan. Information is as of September 26 Main image: PIXTA

Sapporo Snow Festival (Feb 2023): Complete Guide to Japan's Famous Winter Festival

Sapporo / Chitose Japanese Festivals (Matsuri)
Jozankei Onsen Guide: Selected Ryokan & Fun Things to Do in Sapporo's Hot Springs Paradise

Sapporo / Chitose Hot Springs (Onsen) & Bath Houses (Sento)
3 Yamagata Onsen Ryokan: Enjoy Autumn Colors While Peacefully Soaking in Hot Springs

Surrounding Areas Of Yamagata Ryokan
Where You Should Stay Near Mount Fuji: Best Areas & 29 Best Hotels for Visitors

Mt. Fuji Hotels
10 Best Places to See Autumn Leaves in Miyagi Prefecture in 2022

Sendai And Matsushima Autumn
4 Choice Glamping Spots in Hokkaido: Enjoy the Outdoors in Style

Sapporo / Chitose Unique Hotels

Where to Go For Silver Week: Recommended Destinations & Spots for Autumn 2022

Autumn

Autumn 2022 will be full of back-to-back holidays! With two three-day weekends in September and national holidays in October and November as well, are you looking at your calendar and wondering when and where to go? Here, we pick up the best spots for fall travel from Okinawa, Hokkaido, and Osaka (according to research by travel agency HIS), which are popular destinations this fall. From autumn foliage spots to art museums perfect for the fall season of art, we will share a variety of fun travel ideas!

10 Best Places to See Autumn Leaves in Yamagata Prefecture & When to Enjoy in 2022

Surrounding Areas Of Yamagata Landscapes
8 Dreamy Places to See Autumn Leaves in Hokkaido in 2022: Highlights From Sapporo to Niseko

Sapporo / Chitose Autumn
Escape the Concrete Jungle! 5 Stunning Beaches on the Outskirts of Tokyo Perfect for Summer

Kanagawa Suburbs Beaches
Go To Travel Campaign Update! How It Works: A Basic Guide for Foreign Residents of Japan (July 2022)
The Popular Japanese Beef and Seafood Donburi Taking Over Social Media!

Shibuya Sashimi
8 Hot Summer Products from Shibuya Loft to Beat the Heat in 2022!

Shibuya Shopping Malls

Become a True Gundam Pilot - Stepping into the P.O.D. at a Tokyo Arcade! (Video)

Arcades

Japan and robots go together like a hotdog and mustard. One of the nation’s most famous robot exports is known worldwide simply as “Gundam.” What started out as an anime has become a huge franchise with its own games, movies, and even a life-sized statue in Tokyo’s Odaiba. What many people don’t know, however, is that there is a way to pilot your very own Gundam robot!

Learn the Art of Flower Arrangement at Ohara School of Ikebana

Harajuku Other Traditional Arts
Purikura: Change Yourself Up with Photo Booth Fun!

Arcades
[MOVIE] DRUM TAO’S MANGEKYO – a Kaleidoscope of Taiko Drums

Shinagawa Shows
[MOVIE] Achieve Your Cosplay Dreams at Cosplay Studio Crown!

Akihabara Culture Experience
Stringraphy at Studio EVE: A Striking and Unique Musical Experience

Shibuya Other Contemporary Arts
[MOVIE] A Japanese Drum Experience at TAIKO-LAB

Shibuya Other Sightseeing

Autumn Colors at Their Finest! 3 Select Hotels & Ryokan Near Tokyo With Stunning Fall Foliage Views

Hakone / Odawara Ryokan

Japan is famous for its breathtaking variety of red, yellow, and orange leaves! Some of the world's most beautiful autumn foliage can be seen in the country, making late October through November a time especially popular with foreign visitors. Not far from Tokyo are several famous places where you can enjoy the autumn leaves from the comfort of your own room at a traditional ryokan inn. These areas can be visited within a couple of hours from Tokyo by train or car, so they are great places for taking a short trip to enjoy the beauty of Japan's autumn leaves. All of the ryokan introduced here have taken strict precautions against COVID-19 to ensure that your stay will be a safe and carefree one. *Business hours may be changed or temporarily closed due to measures being taken against COVID-19. *This article is based on information available at the time of the reporting conducted in October 2021.

10 Hotels in Osaka: Recommended Places to Stay Near Sightseeing Areas

Umeda, Osaka Station, Kitashinchi Hotels
Cool Down in the Hot Summer! 10 Refreshing Places to Visit in Kyoto in Summer

Kyoto Station, To-ji Temple Shrines
Dine With the Master! Hokkaido Crab Expert Shares All About Crab Season, Popular Types & Where To Find Them

Sapporo / Chitose Sashimi
5 Hotels Near Yokohama Stadium: Complete With Fun Party Plans & More

Minato Mirai 21 / China Town Hotels
10 Must-See Attractions Near Mount Fuji For Spring 2022

Mt. Fuji Rivers, Lakes & Canyons
Shinagawa Aquarium: All You Need to Know for a Fun Tokyo Trip (Recommendations & Photo Spots)

Shinagawa Other Sightseeing

Experiencing ‘Kintsugi’: The Japanese Art of Mending Cracked Ceramics with Gold

Harajuku

Japan is full of ancient traditional arts. One of those is kintsugi, the art of bringing new life to cracked ceramics by mending them with gold. This kintsugi experience is growing in popularity, especially amongst younger women. Here we share our kintsugi experience report, courtesy of two of LIVE JAPAN's editors. The studio we visited, Taku Nakano CeramicArts☆ (TNCA☆), is located in Tokyo's neighborhood of Omotesando. What exactly is kintsugi? What is the process? The more you learn about it, the more you'll come to understand Japan's 'mottainai' spirit.

Climbing Mt. Fuji in 2022 (July 1-Sep 10): What You Need To Know First (Access/Dates)

Mt. Fuji Outdoor Activities
'Zangi' Fried Chicken: Hokkaido's 'Soul Food' & 3 Iconic Restaurants in Kushiro To Enjoy It

Kushiro Other Japanese Food
Kyoto Momiji: 5 Stunning Places to See Fall Colors in Kyoto

Kyoto Station, To-ji Temple Parks
7-Eleven, FamilyMart, Lawson: An Insider’s Guide to Japan’s Three Giant Convenience Stores!

Asakusa
Kamakura Day Trip Ideas: Trainspotting and traveling along the quaint Enoden Railway!

Kamakura Other Townscapes
5 Reasons Why Japan Is Said To Be Beautiful

Akihabara

Autumn in Japan 2022: Fall Foliage Forecast & Where to Enjoy the Colorful Leaves

Autumn

Autumn in Japan is almost as famous as spring. Visitors can't get enough of the Japanese maple leaves and other vivid fall foliage colors! Plan a trip to Japan between October and December, and you can enjoy many beautiful places with autumn colors. The peak season for autumn leaves in Japan varies by region. Check the official fall foliage forecast according to the Japan Meteorological Corporation and make the most out of autumn in Japan!