Japan Airport Arrival
Are you feeling excited about your upcoming trip to Japan? This Japan Airport guide will tell you everything you need to know about getting in, out, and navigating Japan Airports. Keep reading for all the necessary information you need to make your journey to and from the Airport stress-free and enjoyable. Let’s dive in and prepare you for an unforgettable trip to Japan!
Airport WiFi
As soon as the plane lands, the first thing everyone does is turn on their phone. If you set yourself up with an eSim, or have an International plan, you are good to go. However, if you are planning to pick up a SIM card at the airport, you may need to utilize airport WIFI. Most International Travelers will enter Japan through Narita (NRT), Haneda (HND) or Osaka International (ITM).
NRT Airport offers free WiFi when you select “FreeWiFi-NARITA”. The Wi-i connection screen will be automatically displayed and you will be asked to agree to terms and conditions of use.
HND Airport offers free WiFi for 240 minutes. To connect to HND passenger Wi-Fi, use your device to connect to SSID HANEDA-FREE-WIFI. You will then be shown a registration form to complete and submit for access.
ITM Airport offers free wireless LAN (WiFi) service in all areas of the terminal. Visitors with Wii compatible computers or smartphones can use this service to connect to the internet.
Entry Procedures
When planning a trip to Japan, I advise that you kindly consult your nearest Japanese Embassy or Consulate for information regarding entry visa requirements and customs procedures specific to your country of origin. It is important to note that entry and exit conditions can be subject to change with little notice, and we encourage you to stay up-to-date on the latest regulations to make your travel experience as hassle-free as possible.
Currency/ATM
The local currency in Japan is the Japanese Yen.
You will find currency exchange counters at the major Japanese Airports, who will exchange your cash for a fee. I personally avoid currency exchange counters, and head straight to airport ATM’s.
ATM cash machines at the airport are usually located at both the arrival and departure area. In order to be sure, asking your bank in advance or confirming through ATM locators is a better way to go. Also, before you leave your home country, make sure to contact your bank (and credit card issuers) and inform them that you will be travelling internationally to avoid any red flags on your account.
IC Card: Another popular way of payment in Japan is via IC Card. Using your Pasmo, Icoca, Suica or other prepaid transportation cards to shop. Similar to subway cards used in transportation systems around the world, the Japanese IC Cards are rechargeable prepaid travel cards that can be loaded with funds and used for public transportation at train stations, metro stations, bus depots and on ferries and cable cars. You can even use your IC Cards at some vending machines, and also use them at Duty free airport shops when you are prepping to leave the country. *Please Note that IC cards can only be topped up with cash (JPY) Credit or Debit Cards cannot be used.
Now you have all you need to get out into Japan and start exploring! Click below for all the information you need about transportation…
