Japan travel guide
Prepare the digital side of your Japan trip before you land: find the right information, install what you need, and choose an eSIM when it fits.
Before and during your trip
Practical information for Japan
Practical guidance on apps, payments, transport, internet, adapters, and your Norwegian number in Japan.
apps
Useful apps in Japan
Which apps make it easier to navigate, pay, and stay in touch in Japan?
Read the guidepayment
Payments and currency in Japan
How to prepare cards, cash, and IC cards without assuming every place accepts the same payment method.
Read the guidetransport
Transport in Japan
Understand rail, metro, buses, and transfers between cities before you start navigating.
Read the guideinternet
Internet and mobile data in Japan
Choose between roaming, Wi-Fi, and eSIM based on your route and how much you rely on maps and translation.
Read the guideadapter
Adapters and power in Japan
Check plugs, chargers, and power needs before packing for Japan.
Read the guideroaming
Roaming, your Norwegian number, and SMS in Japan
How to plan for your Norwegian SIM, BankID, and travel data without mixing up data lines.
Read the guideArrival and airports
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These guides are editorial content from Landul to help you plan. Product links may be commercial; choosing an eSIM and monitoring usage remain your responsibility.
Editorial owner: Landul editorial team
Last reviewed: 2026-07-15