reopening borders
If you’re asking yourself the question “Do I have to wear a mask in Japan?” you might want to read this first.
Visiting Japan after it’s been closed off to tourists for so long is making people see the country with new eyes.
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.
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