Travel guide to Japan (Tokyo) — Passport validity, power plugs, currency & emergency numbers
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- Capital: Tokyo
- Official language: Japanese
- Currency: Japanese Yen (JPY · ¥)
- Passport validity & visa rule: Passport valid for the duration of stay and registration on Visit Japan Web. (Min. 6 months)
- Power plugs & electricity: Type A & B (flat pins) · 100 V (50 / 60 Hz)
- Emergency numbers: Police: 110 | Ambulance: 119 | Fire: 119
- International calling code: +81
- Tap water safety: 100% safe and potable tap water throughout the country.
- Tipping custom: No tipping at all (can be considered confusing or impolite).
- Driving side: Left