Japan
essentials.
The stuff you need in the first hour off the plane in Japan — plugs, emergency numbers, tipping, tap water and more, on one page.
Power plugType A, B100V/50-60Hz
Emergency110Police 110 · Ambulance 119
Tap watersafestraight from the tap
Drivingleft-handside of the road
TimezoneUTC+9 (JST)Japanese
TippingNo tipping; can cause confusion
Say it in Japanese
HelloKonnichiwa (こんにちは)
Thank youArigatou (ありがとう)
How much?Ikura desu ka? (いくらですか？)
Japan — FAQ
What power plug and voltage does Japan use?
Japan uses Type A, B plugs at 100V/50-60Hz. Bring a universal adapter, and check your devices support the voltage.
Is tap water safe to drink in Japan?
Tap water in Japan is generally safe to drink.
What is the emergency number in Japan?
Dial 110 for general emergencies in Japan. Police is 110 and ambulance is 119.
Do you tip in Japan?
No tipping; can cause confusion