Top destinations for Australian travellers: Japan our new No.1
Japanese Tourism in Australia
Queensland holidays: Why Japanese tourism is on the rise again
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Japan Travel Advice & Safety
Check the Japan National Tourism Organization for emergency updates in English. The site also has advice on safe and hassle-free travel in Japan. Fukushima and surrounding areas. There are some restricted areas around the Fukushima Dai-ichi nuclear power plant. This is due to the 2011 earthquake that resulted in the release of lethal radiation.
Current procedure of entry into Japan (Requirements & Visit Japan Web
We recommend you to use Visit Japan Web to pre-register your details. Visit Japan Web is a web service to help smooth arrival procedure at the airport in Japan.You can register your information for Immigration and Customs procedures ahead of your trip, including the disembarkation card for visa exemption (for eligible travellers such as Australians).
Japan Tourism Official Website
The official Japan tourism website for Australians and New Zealanders by Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO), the government tourism board. We use cookies on this site to enhance your user experience. If you continue to browse you accept the use of cookies on our site. See our Cookie Policy for more information.
Planning a trip to Japan? Here's what you need to know
To break it down for you, the key points are: Tourists from Australia (and other countries with visa exemptions) can now travel to Japan without a visa; Tourists no longer required to travel on ...
Japan: Australian travellers lead tourism resurgence
Australians took more than 42,000 trips to Japan in February 2023, behind only New Zealand (97,000), Indonesia (72,000) and India (70,000). Japan's tourism rebound has been felt deeply in the ...
Can I Travel from Australia to Japan Now? 10 Essential Things to Know
Flights from any major Australian city to Tokyo or Osaka range from 9.5 to 11 hours. Sydney-Tokyo flights, for example, typically take around nine hours and 30 minutes. In comparison, flights from Melbourne to Tokyo are 10 hours and 50 minutes long. Our tip: make sure to bring a book (or two) and download lots of TV shows and movies on your ...
COVID-19 Health & Safety Information
The Coronavirus travel restrictions page is a travel advisory updated regularly in line with the official information provided by the Government of Japan. COVID-19: Practical Information for Traveling to Japan is an information page built to help travellers plan a safe trip around Japan. See specific measures taken by Japanese organisations below.
VISA and Travel Information
COVID-19 related information from the Immigration Services Agency of Japan (CoE, re-entry permit, etc.) Important notes regarding Animal and Plant Quarantine for those entering Japan. GENERAL VISA INFORMATION (ENGLISH, FREE HOTLINE 24/7) 1800 930 979. COVID-19 Travel Information and Restrictions.
Travelling to Japan from Australia: Everything you need to know
Japan is a fascinating destination for Australian travellers, but there are some things you need to know before you go. From visa requirements and currency exchange to cultural etiquette and best times to visit, this guide will help you plan your trip to the land of the rising sun. Find out how to make the most of your Japan adventure with escape.com.au.
Can Australians Travel to Japan? Current Restrictions, Explained
From September 7, Japan allowed visitors from 'blue' category countries, Australia included, to visit if travelling as part of a package tour with a set itinerary - without the requirement to travel accompanied by a tour guide. Return flights, accommodation and the travel itinerary must still all be handled by a registered Japanese tour ...
Welcome to the Australian Embassy Tokyo
Australia-Japan Defence Ministers' Meeting - the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Defence, the Hon Richard Marles MP. 19 October 2023. ... For Australians travelling to Japan or planning to travel to Japan, please refer to the Australian Government's Smartraveller website and the Japanese Government's Immigration Services Agency of ...
Japan Visa Requirements
Any foreign visitor entering Japan must have a valid passport for the duration of their stay, and all visitors must comply with the conditions of their visas. See below for information about the current visa requirements for Japan. Visa Information. If you have any further questions, please contact the Japanese embassy or consulate in your ...
Your essential Japan travel guide
A Japan Travel Guide. Japan is a country of contrasts. From the snowy northern reaches of Hokkaido to the subtropical islands of Okinawa. From the historic shrines and castles of the feudal towns to the futuristic electronic superstores in Tokyo. And as a foodie, who could ignore the contradictions of a simple bowl of rice that must remain ...
Consular Services
The 24 hour Consular Emergency Centre in Canberra can also be contacted for assistance outside Embassy business hours from anywhere in Japan on 03-5232-4111 (1300 555 135 within Australia). Embassy business hours are 9:00-17:00, Monday - Friday, excluding Embassy holidays. Travel Insurance companies often have 24-hour assistance centres that ...
VISA
Inquiries about Visas Application. Foreign Residents Support Center (FRESC) MOFA Visa Information. Yotsuya Tower 13F, 1-6-1 Yotsuya, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, 160-0004 Navi-Dial: 0570-011000. (For some IP phones and calls from overseas, please call +81-3-5369-6577) Monday to Friday, 09:00-17:00.
Japan Holidays
Arriving in Japan post covid restrictions Although there are now no Covid protocols for Japan, Japan Holidays strongly recommends that you use the Visit Japan Web website to register to enter Japan. ... Australian-owned and operated| ATAS & AFTA Travel Accredited. GSA in Japan ID Tours South Pacific License No. 20079. terms and conditions ...
Japanese Culture: Everything you need to know
Japanese Culture. Japan has a fascinating and multifaceted culture; on the one hand it is steeped in the deepest of traditions dating back thousands of years; on the other it is a society in a continual state of rapid flux, with continually shifting fads and fashions and technological development that constantly pushes back the boundaries of ...
Visa and Citizenship
The Digital Assistant can help you find information on Australian visas, citizenship and border entry. Visit the Immigration and citizenship website and click the Ask a question button to get started. Global Service Centre. If you require additional information, you may telephone the Global Service Centre on +61 2 6196 0196, Monday to Friday ...
2023 Australian visitor numbers to Japan match pre-pandemic while
Just over 25 million tourists visited Japan in 2023, and overall, December 2023 saw the highest-ever volume of tourists for a December period - over 8% higher than the pre-pandemic level seen in December 2019. Australia is one of few long-haul markets around the world to have either closely matched or exceeded pre-pandemic visitor numbers ...
Should I go to Australia or Japan? Which is Cheaper? Which is Better? A
A week in Japan can cost you about $865 (per person), while a week in Australia may cost you around $1,139. These differences become even more noticable if you plan to spend a longer time in the country. 10 days, two weeks, or even one month of travel to Japan or Australia can really add to your travel budget. Accommodation is often cheaper in ...
Working in Market: Japan
The Aussie Specialist Program (ASP) is the primary platform for Tourism Australia to train and develop front line travel sellers to best sell Australia. As at November 2021, there were 1,670 qualified Aussie Specialists in Japan. As part of this program, Tourism Australia with State, Territory and Regional Tourism Organisations provide ...
AUSTRALIA MARKETPLACE JAPAN 2024
Australia Marketplace Japan 2024 will be held in Nagano, Japan from Monday 26 to Tuesday 27 August 2024. The event is an opportunity for representatives from the Australian tourism industry to establish business relationships with key qualified travel agencies, wholesalers and tour operators from Japan. It will include two days of pre-scheduled ...
Visa Options
Visa Options. If you have an ETA-eligible passport, for example a Japanese passport, you can apply for an Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) to travel to Australia for a short tourism or business trip. Please see ETA for more information. If you do not have an ETA-eligible passport, and wish to travel to Australia for a short tourism or business ...
Australians return to Japan in higher numbers than pre ...
New data released by Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO) shows the number of Australians visiting Japan has exceeded pre-pandemic levels for the first time, despite overall visitor numbers to the country still being down. While total visitation to Japan from around the world remained 34% lower in March 2023 compared to March 2019 ...
Japanese town to block Mount Fuji view from troublesome tourists
In short: The town of Fujikawaguchiko will put up a barrier to block Mount Fuji from view in a popular tourist photo spot. A local official says the decision is "regrettable" but tourists "who can ...
Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III to Travel to Hawaii
Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III will travel to Hawaii to preside over the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command change of command, meet with his counterparts from Australia, Japan, and the Philippines
Dubai airport struggles to resume flights after heavy rains leave ...
CNN —. Dubai International Airport, one of the world's busiest aviation hubs, remained in disarray Thursday after unprecedented heavy rain led to airliners having to negotiate flooded runways ...
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Check the Japan National Tourism Organization for emergency updates in English. The site also has advice on safe and hassle-free travel in Japan. Fukushima and surrounding areas. There are some restricted areas around the Fukushima Dai-ichi nuclear power plant. This is due to the 2011 earthquake that resulted in the release of lethal radiation.
We recommend you to use Visit Japan Web to pre-register your details. Visit Japan Web is a web service to help smooth arrival procedure at the airport in Japan.You can register your information for Immigration and Customs procedures ahead of your trip, including the disembarkation card for visa exemption (for eligible travellers such as Australians).
The official Japan tourism website for Australians and New Zealanders by Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO), the government tourism board. We use cookies on this site to enhance your user experience. If you continue to browse you accept the use of cookies on our site. See our Cookie Policy for more information.
To break it down for you, the key points are: Tourists from Australia (and other countries with visa exemptions) can now travel to Japan without a visa; Tourists no longer required to travel on ...
Australians took more than 42,000 trips to Japan in February 2023, behind only New Zealand (97,000), Indonesia (72,000) and India (70,000). Japan's tourism rebound has been felt deeply in the ...
Flights from any major Australian city to Tokyo or Osaka range from 9.5 to 11 hours. Sydney-Tokyo flights, for example, typically take around nine hours and 30 minutes. In comparison, flights from Melbourne to Tokyo are 10 hours and 50 minutes long. Our tip: make sure to bring a book (or two) and download lots of TV shows and movies on your ...
The Coronavirus travel restrictions page is a travel advisory updated regularly in line with the official information provided by the Government of Japan. COVID-19: Practical Information for Traveling to Japan is an information page built to help travellers plan a safe trip around Japan. See specific measures taken by Japanese organisations below.
COVID-19 related information from the Immigration Services Agency of Japan (CoE, re-entry permit, etc.) Important notes regarding Animal and Plant Quarantine for those entering Japan. GENERAL VISA INFORMATION (ENGLISH, FREE HOTLINE 24/7) 1800 930 979. COVID-19 Travel Information and Restrictions.
Japan is a fascinating destination for Australian travellers, but there are some things you need to know before you go. From visa requirements and currency exchange to cultural etiquette and best times to visit, this guide will help you plan your trip to the land of the rising sun. Find out how to make the most of your Japan adventure with escape.com.au.
From September 7, Japan allowed visitors from 'blue' category countries, Australia included, to visit if travelling as part of a package tour with a set itinerary - without the requirement to travel accompanied by a tour guide. Return flights, accommodation and the travel itinerary must still all be handled by a registered Japanese tour ...
Australia-Japan Defence Ministers' Meeting - the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Defence, the Hon Richard Marles MP. 19 October 2023. ... For Australians travelling to Japan or planning to travel to Japan, please refer to the Australian Government's Smartraveller website and the Japanese Government's Immigration Services Agency of ...
Any foreign visitor entering Japan must have a valid passport for the duration of their stay, and all visitors must comply with the conditions of their visas. See below for information about the current visa requirements for Japan. Visa Information. If you have any further questions, please contact the Japanese embassy or consulate in your ...
A Japan Travel Guide. Japan is a country of contrasts. From the snowy northern reaches of Hokkaido to the subtropical islands of Okinawa. From the historic shrines and castles of the feudal towns to the futuristic electronic superstores in Tokyo. And as a foodie, who could ignore the contradictions of a simple bowl of rice that must remain ...
The 24 hour Consular Emergency Centre in Canberra can also be contacted for assistance outside Embassy business hours from anywhere in Japan on 03-5232-4111 (1300 555 135 within Australia). Embassy business hours are 9:00-17:00, Monday - Friday, excluding Embassy holidays. Travel Insurance companies often have 24-hour assistance centres that ...
Inquiries about Visas Application. Foreign Residents Support Center (FRESC) MOFA Visa Information. Yotsuya Tower 13F, 1-6-1 Yotsuya, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, 160-0004 Navi-Dial: 0570-011000. (For some IP phones and calls from overseas, please call +81-3-5369-6577) Monday to Friday, 09:00-17:00.
Arriving in Japan post covid restrictions Although there are now no Covid protocols for Japan, Japan Holidays strongly recommends that you use the Visit Japan Web website to register to enter Japan. ... Australian-owned and operated| ATAS & AFTA Travel Accredited. GSA in Japan ID Tours South Pacific License No. 20079. terms and conditions ...
Japanese Culture. Japan has a fascinating and multifaceted culture; on the one hand it is steeped in the deepest of traditions dating back thousands of years; on the other it is a society in a continual state of rapid flux, with continually shifting fads and fashions and technological development that constantly pushes back the boundaries of ...
The Digital Assistant can help you find information on Australian visas, citizenship and border entry. Visit the Immigration and citizenship website and click the Ask a question button to get started. Global Service Centre. If you require additional information, you may telephone the Global Service Centre on +61 2 6196 0196, Monday to Friday ...
Just over 25 million tourists visited Japan in 2023, and overall, December 2023 saw the highest-ever volume of tourists for a December period - over 8% higher than the pre-pandemic level seen in December 2019. Australia is one of few long-haul markets around the world to have either closely matched or exceeded pre-pandemic visitor numbers ...
A week in Japan can cost you about $865 (per person), while a week in Australia may cost you around $1,139. These differences become even more noticable if you plan to spend a longer time in the country. 10 days, two weeks, or even one month of travel to Japan or Australia can really add to your travel budget. Accommodation is often cheaper in ...
The Aussie Specialist Program (ASP) is the primary platform for Tourism Australia to train and develop front line travel sellers to best sell Australia. As at November 2021, there were 1,670 qualified Aussie Specialists in Japan. As part of this program, Tourism Australia with State, Territory and Regional Tourism Organisations provide ...
Australia Marketplace Japan 2024 will be held in Nagano, Japan from Monday 26 to Tuesday 27 August 2024. The event is an opportunity for representatives from the Australian tourism industry to establish business relationships with key qualified travel agencies, wholesalers and tour operators from Japan. It will include two days of pre-scheduled ...
Visa Options. If you have an ETA-eligible passport, for example a Japanese passport, you can apply for an Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) to travel to Australia for a short tourism or business trip. Please see ETA for more information. If you do not have an ETA-eligible passport, and wish to travel to Australia for a short tourism or business ...
New data released by Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO) shows the number of Australians visiting Japan has exceeded pre-pandemic levels for the first time, despite overall visitor numbers to the country still being down. While total visitation to Japan from around the world remained 34% lower in March 2023 compared to March 2019 ...
In short: The town of Fujikawaguchiko will put up a barrier to block Mount Fuji from view in a popular tourist photo spot. A local official says the decision is "regrettable" but tourists "who can ...
Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III will travel to Hawaii to preside over the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command change of command, meet with his counterparts from Australia, Japan, and the Philippines
CNN —. Dubai International Airport, one of the world's busiest aviation hubs, remained in disarray Thursday after unprecedented heavy rain led to airliners having to negotiate flooded runways ...