Name: 10 Must Know JAPAN Travel Tips No one Talks about ... like POLICE. (10 Must Know JAPAN Travel Tips No One Talks about ...like POLICE)
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in this video I'm gonna share with you guys my top 10 things you guys should know before coming to Japan.

Some of you guys already know I lived in Japan for more than 15 years and that I live in the center of it all here in Shibuya.

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But when I first came to Japan from the U.

There's so many things that I didn't know or understand.

So in this video, I wanted to share with you guys the top 10 things that I wish someone told me before I came here and let me know in the comments section, if you find any of the things that I mentioned in the video kind of weird, and if you want to help support the channel, check out my Tokyo merch.

So first thing, let's talk about cash in Japan.

Probably coming from a lot of modern countries.

You think that you can use credit cards because you know you think Japan is a modern country itself.

But what you'll find is that a lot of places here in Japan won't accept credit cards.

I mean, who really want to carry around a cash in their pocket all the time.

But the reality is in Japan, a lot of people still carry around cash.

In fact, I probably have 10 $20,000 in my pocket at any given time just because I have to use cats so much.

But before I get into all of the places that don't accept credit cards, let me share with you some places that do.

Major department stores, retailers mid to upper end restaurants, convenience stores and music parks.

Airports Now some shops that probably don't accept credit cards are mom, mom and pop restaurants, local bars, street food vendors, a lot of restaurants who served set meals during lunchtime, small retailers and some taxis.

Although more and more are accepting credit cards these days, even some fast food places don't take credit cards, so you should be careful Also, if you're planning to travel outside of the city, be prepared to bring enough cash because it's even more likely for places not to accept credit cards, has a local tip.

I find that my visa card is accepted at most places, while sometimes my American Express is hit, Miss also If you want to minimize carrying cash around, you can get a serious card or a possible card.

It costs about 500 yen, and you can load it up to 20,000 yet in cash, so you can use it at a lot of places.

But mainly it's used for train stations, so you don't need to buy a ticket each time when you get to the train and it automatically calculates affair.

When you get out, just tap in and then top out.

But you can also use it at convenience stores, many street vending machines, taxis, train kiosk, some restaurants, shops and even Elektronik stores like Big Camera accepted.

Now, if you're looking to withdraw cash in Japan, I suggest seven Bank A.

Japan Post ATMs and press your bank is their best handling foreign cards.

So eating and drinking while walking on the street so in many respects is considered bad manners.

Tow, walk and eat at the same time, even if you get food on the go like sandwiches or only Gettys.

This rule may sound weird to you, but for Japanese people, eating a sandwich is the same as eating a big bowl of pasta while walking.

If you want to eat or drink in public, the best thing to do is stop and chill on the side of the street.

But all in all, walking and eating won't get you in trouble.

But people will stare at you and look at you as if you're brought up badly.

Or maybe even the older generation actually will say something to you.

But there's always exceptions to the rule, and one of those exceptions is Tab A Dukie Spots Tab Haruki means to eat and walk, so these are places like ski G fish Market.

These places are intended for people to buy food and eat on the street and, as it's named in Japanese, okay to walk, too.

But one thing you should know is that even in these areas, some shop don't allow you to walk and eat.

But it should say on the storefront just to let you know.

And as more shops like Starbucks offered to go items like coffee, you'll see more and more Japanese people walking around with coffee cups in their hand, ultimately changing the culture of Japan.

Why it's thought of as bad manners in Japan is because it's considered I'm a walker, which means it bothers other people.

People here are sensitive with strong food smells, and it would be the worst if you spill food or drinks on them by accident.

But there's all types of people in Japan.

I'm sure you guys have that one friend or family member that's more easily bothered by the slightest thing.

Depending on who you ask, it may be different.

So what I can tell you is if you're really not sure what to do, and you're kind of confused, just stop walking if you're eating So drinking in Japan The drinking age here is 20 years old.

I was so surprised when I first came here.

I was like, Wow, you could actually drink it at 20 years old so you can literally go to any convenience store and they'll sell you alcohol and not ask you how old you are if you just look like you're 20 years old.

In fact, they're still beer vending machines on streets, in hotels, etcetera.

They don't even require any proof of age.

But recently in Japan, admit it a little bit more strict.

I go to the counter, the clerk, scan the drink and the register screens and ask if I'm over 20 years old.

So let's talk about tattoos at the onsen.

Hot springs are one of the coolest experiences you can have in Japan.

Unfortunately, many Japanese on sand prohibit people with tattoos from entering the facility because of the stigma associated with tattoos.

In Japan, yakuza are also known as organized crime are known to have characteristic it.

Since a lot of these on sent facilities don't want yakuza going to the establishment or scaring their customers.

They made like a blanket statement saying that anyone with tattoos a small or large, can't enter the place.

Although it may sound unfair, it's a pan, and it is what it is.

So, before making reservations at an onsen, make sure that they accept tattoos.

One note, though, if you're going to own sends with a private room or private owns and hotels where you don't have to share the stage with strangers, then it should be okay to have tattoos as long as you don't show anyone in public.

So for those of you that have tattoos, don't worry.

There are a few spots in Tokyo that air cooler tattoos.

I have a full list on my website, so I'll be sure to leave a link in the description of the video so you can check it out for yourself later.

WiFi and Internet in Japan now This is actually one of the things that a lot of people ask me questions about in the common section, and it's actually one of the most things that always concerns me when I go overseas.

So what you need to know is that all of the major cities, like Tokyo, have relatively fast Internet in Japan.

I even stayed at a capsule hotel in Tokyo and their wife I was super fast.

I think this should be enough for most people.

Nicer hotels outside of the city should have WiFi, but maybe at a slower speed But if you're anything like me and need to be connected all the time, then there are some local options.

Locally, Starbucks provides WiFi toe all its customers, and they're so many Starbucks all throughout Japan.

But I found that the speeds air fast or slow, depending on the amount of customers on the network.

You can try other cafes, but it's hit and miss number two City WiFi.

Another three alternative is to use the city WiFi.

This is only available at the major stations or areas like Shibuya, Shinjuku, Harajuku or dive etcetera.

I'll leave a link to all this information and description.

If you need to be connected at all times, then you're gonna need to go that paid round.

So the first paid option is to rent a portable hot spot WiFi and carry it around with you.

Now I think it's the easiest thing to just go to the airport and read one out there.

Another option is to get a SIM card for your unlocked mobile device.

You can go to any major electronics store, and they should carry it again.

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