Japan
Japan is one of the most rewarding — and most reassuring — long-haul family destinations.
31Destinations
73Family attractions
8Types of day out
Quick facts about Japan
CurrencyYen
LanguageJapanese
Time zoneJST (UTC+9)
PaymentBring cash
English spokenVery Low (EF EPI #96)
1Top family destinations in Japan
2Explore by region
3Things to do in Japan
Tours & tickets in Japan
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Travel essentials for Japan
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4Practical essentials
Dish to tryCurry Rice
CapitalTokyo
Plug typesNEMA 1-15, NEMA 5-15
DrivingDrive on the left
Emergency number119
Calling code+81
Daylight10–15 hours of daylight
Population123,802,000
Daylight is the range from the shortest to the longest day. English level: EF English Proficiency Index.
5Recently updated guides
6Plan your trip to Japan
Getting thereFlights, trains & driving
Where to stayFamily-friendly hotels
Getting aroundDrive on the left
Travel budgetBring cash
Packing listPlugs: NEMA 1-15, NEMA 5-15
Travel with kidsTips for a smooth trip
Safety & healthEmergency: 119
Useful infoCalling code +81
7Japan with kids – highlights
Easy to travelBring cash · English: very
Food to tryCurry Rice
So much to see73 family attractions in 31 destinations
Memories that lastExperiences your kids will never forget
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