General Country Information 🌍
| Capital | Tokyo |
| Country | Japan |
| Currency | Japanese Yen |
| Main religion | Shintoism |
In numbers… 📐
| Female | 50.8% |
| Gdp | $4.939 trillion |
| Size | 377,975 sq km |
| Population | 126.4 million |
| Population density | 334 people/sq km |
| Kids per female | 1.36 |
| City population | 93% |
Weather ⛅
| Winter | 5∘C |
| Summer | 25∘C |
Language and Education 🔬
| Main Language | Japanese |
| Population able to read | 99% |
| Population with a college degree | 50% |
| Population able to speak english | 30% |
Well-being 💉
| Air quality | 23.9 (AQI) |
| Is tab water drinkable? | yes |
Safety 👮
| LGBT friendly? | Yes |
| Crime | 2.2/10 |
Transportation ✈️
| Driving side | Left |
| Main airline | All Nippon Airways |
| Main airport | Narita International Airport |
Costs and Prices 🤑
| Cash required for everyday purchases | yes |
Prices for Everyday Goods 💰
| Item | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Bottle water | $1.5 |
| Cigarettes | $3.5 |
| Burger | $6 |
| Coffee | $3 |
| Beer | $5 |
Accomedation Costs 🛌
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Flat | $800/month |
| Hotel 3 star | $120/night |
| Hotel 5 star | $400/night |
Transportation Costs 🚐
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Cab | $20/10km |
| Petrol | $1.20/l |
| Rental car | $50/day |
| Public transportation | $10/daypass |
| Bike rental | $15/day |
Taxes 💸
| Type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Tax rate | 20% |
| Vat | 10% |
Average Income 💼
| Income | $30000 |
Tipping 💁️
| Is tipping required? | No |
| Location | Tipping Amount |
|---|---|
| Cab | Not expected |
| Restaurant | Not expected |
| Bar | Not expected |
| Coffeeshop | Not expected |
| Services | Not expected |
Digital 🤖
| Internet speed | 117.24/MBits |
| Tld | .jp |
| Free wifi | 8/10 |
| Population with access to internet | 93.3% |
| Phone mobile data | $20 for 10GB |
Electricity 🔌
| Power grid | 99.99% (Uptime) |
| Sockets | Type A, B |
Shopping 🛒
Opening Times 🕰
| Closing days | No regular closing day |
| Closing times | 9:00 PM - 10:00 PM |
| Opening times | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM |
Most popular Stores 🏪
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| Online shopping | Amazon.co.jp |
| Supermarket | Aeon |
| Pharmacy | Matsumoto Kiyoshi |
| Drugstore | Welcia |
Fun and Relaxation 😃
Bars and Nightlife 🕺
| Closing hour of bars and clubs | 1:00 AM |
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Nightlife | 9/10 |
| Bars | 8/10 |
Parks and leisure 🎢
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Holiday Parks | 7/10 |
| Public Parks | 9/10 |
| Swimming | 8/10 |
Sports ⚽
| Most popular Sport | Baseball |
Food 🍕️
| Food Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Sushi | Raw fish or seafood on vinegared rice | $10-$25 |
| Sashimi | Raw fish or seafood sliced thin and served without rice | $15-$30 |
| Tempura | Deep-fried seafood or vegetables | $10-$20 |
| Ramen | Noodle soup with various toppings | $8-$15 |
| Udon | Thick wheat noodles served in a broth | $8-$12 |
| Soba | Thin buckwheat noodles served in a broth | $8-$12 |
| Yakitori | Grilled chicken skewers | $2-$5 per skewer |
| Okonomiyaki | Japanese savory pancake | $8-$15 |
| Takoyaki | Octopus balls | $5-$10 |
| Mochi | Sweet rice cake | $2-$5 |
Drinks 🍻️
| Drink Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Sake | Japanese rice wine | $10-$50 |
| Shochu | Distilled spirit made from rice, barley, or sweet potatoes | $15-$30 |
| Umeshu | Plum wine | $12-$25 |
| Green tea | Unsweetened tea made from steamed and dried tea leaves | $2-$5 |
| Matcha | Powdered green tea | $5-$10 |
| Ramune | Carbonated soft drink with a unique marble stopper | $2-$3 |
| Calpis | Milky, non-carbonated soft drink | $2-$4 |
| Pocari Sweat | Sports drink | $2-$3 |
Souvenirs 👜
| Souvenir | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Kimono | A traditional Japanese robe | $50-$500 |
| Geta | Traditional Japanese wooden sandals | $20-$50 |
| Daruma doll | A round, weighted doll that is said to bring good luck | $10-$50 |
| Maneki-neko | A cat figurine that is said to bring good fortune | $5-$20 |
| Chopsticks | A pair of sticks used for eating | $5-$20 |
| Tea set | A set of cups and a teapot for drinking tea | $20-$100 |
| Sake | A Japanese rice wine | $10-$50 |
| Sushi | A Japanese dish made with rice, seaweed, and fish | $5-$20 |
| Ramen | A Japanese noodle dish | $5-$15 |
| Wagashi | A Japanese sweet | $2-$10 |
Holidays 🍹
| Holiday Name | Time | Description |
|---|---|---|
| New Year’s Day | January 1 | Celebrates the beginning of the new year |
| Coming-of-Age Day | Second Monday in January | Celebrates the coming of age of 20-year-olds |
| National Foundation Day | February 11 | Commemorates the founding of Japan in 660 BC |
| Vernal Equinox Day | Around March 20 | Celebrates the arrival of spring |
| Showa Day | April 29 | Commemorates the birthday of Emperor Showa |
| Constitution Memorial Day | May 3 | Commemorates the promulgation of the Constitution of Japan in 1947 |
| Greenery Day | May 4 | Celebrates nature and the environment |
| Children’s Day | May 5 | Celebrates the happiness and well-being of children |
| Marine Day | Third Monday in July | Celebrates the ocean and its importance to Japan |
| Mountain Day | August 11 | Celebrates mountains and their importance to Japan |
| Respect for the Aged Day | Third Monday in September | Celebrates the elderly and their contributions to society |
| Autumnal Equinox Day | Around September 23 | Celebrates the arrival of autumn |
| Health and Sports Day | October 10 | Promotes health and physical activity |
| Culture Day | November 3 | Celebrates culture and the arts |
| Labor Thanksgiving Day | November 23 | Expresses gratitude for the contributions of workers |
News 📰
| Medium | Name |
|---|---|
| Newspaper | Yomiuri Shimbun |
| Online news | Yahoo! News |
| Tv | NHK |
| Radio | NHK Radio 1 |