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If you’re asking yourself the question “Do I have to wear a mask in Japan?” you might want to read this first.
Japan may have opened its borders, but there are still some requirements that might trip you up when visiting.
First weekend following new entry procedures sees foreign visitors picking up loads of bargains, thanks to the weak yen.
Travel restrictions finally set to be lifted as country returns to pre-pandemic entry procedures.
Deputy Chief Cabinet Secretary wants foreigners to be able to visit Japan this fall and winter.
New entry rules go into effect next month, but the borders won’t be completely open just yet.
Agency will select areas outside major cities to promote to big-spending travelers, according to report.
Calls on Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology to go beyond even already successful plan.
Danish soccer player has been winning fans in Japan, and he’s become a big fan of Japan too.
Japan’s decreasing birthrate coupled with an aging population continue to spell out doom and gloom for the future of the country.
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