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Japan\u2019s reopening! But before you scream from the rooftops of excitement, we\u2019re here to get you prepped for it. Read on for our guide on how to get ready for your Japan trip!<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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So you\u2019re (FINALLY) planning a trip to the Land of Rising Sun after two-and-a-half years. With Japan opening up again on 11th October 2022, we\u2019re all but ready to pack our bags, get out the door, and soak in all that Japan goodness. But what to bring? What do we need to know? How do we prep?! No fret, we\u2019ve got your backs. Here\u2019s a list of things you\u2019ll need to get ready for your Japan trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. Stay Updated With The Latest Covid Rules<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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With Covid restrictions updating on the daily, things can get pretty confusing. Let\u2019s make things easier. Here\u2019s what you need to know about the easing of the latest Covid\u201919 restrictions and what to take note of: <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83c\uddef\ud83c\uddf5 Individual travelers are allowed to enter from 11 October 2022 onwards
\ud83c\uddef\ud83c\uddf5 Singaporeans can head to Japan visa-free for up to 90 days!
\ud83c\uddef\ud83c\uddf5 Japan\u2019s daily arrival cap of 50,000 will be scrapped from 11 Oct 
\ud83c\uddef\ud83c\uddf5 Pre-departure tests will not be required for travelers who are fully vaccinated with a booster shot 
\ud83c\uddef\ud83c\uddf5 No on-arrival test is required 
\ud83c\uddef\ud83c\uddf5 While wearing masks isn\u2019t compulsory, it\u2019s highly recommended especially in indoor spaces and on public transportation<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How To Get Ready For Your Japan Trip: Click here<\/strong><\/a> for more Covid’19 updates <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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2. Start By Booking Your Flight & Accommodation<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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According to MustShareNews<\/a>, Japan flight prices will be soaring and are expected to surge to over S$2,000 for the year-end holiday period! The cheapest Economy Class flight as of yet was said to be S$1,683.90 with Singapore Airlines. While over at Scoot, an economy flight costs S$1,630.99 with no check-in luggage or food. And, of course, with the surge in flight prices, comes the rise in accommodation costs. But psst<\/em>, everyone loves a good discount. So let us help you out with that. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Flights:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u2708\ufe0f <\/strong>Get up to 5% cashback off hotels, flights, and more with Trip.com <\/strong><\/a>when you pay with YouTrip. Cashback will be awarded after 45 days from the date of purchase. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Accommodations: <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83c\udfe8 If you\u2019re booking a room with Expedia<\/strong><\/a>, pay with YouTrip and apply \u2018MASTER12\u2019 during checkout to enjoy 12% off your room! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83c\udfe8 Pay with YouTrip when booking accommodations with Booking.com<\/strong>, and get up to 10% cashback within 64 days after your stay. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here\u2019s a tip: Bookings made through the Booking.com app are not eligible for this promotion. Pay through this Booking.com Link<\/strong><\/a> provided by YouTrip instead! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83c\udfe8 Get an additional 7% off your hotel booking on <\/strong>Agoda<\/strong><\/a> when you use our card <\/p>\n\n\n\n

How To Get Ready For Your Japan Trip:<\/em> Check out our <\/em>YouTrip Perks<\/strong><\/em><\/a> for some discounts and cashback to save more! Terms and conditions apply. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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3. Where To Visit: Attractions Galore<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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We have a list of Japan travel articles for you to take inspiration from. From mouthwatering delicacies to late-night diners, and even travel guides, we aim to make planning easy. Just choose your pick! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udcda Read: Japan\u2019s Reopened For Travel: Hot Spots To Visit<\/a>
\ud83d\udcda Read: YouTrip\u2019s Japan Road Trip Guide To Takayama <\/a>
\ud83d\udcda Read: YouTrip\u2019s Tokyo Food Guide: What To Eat In Tokyo Japan 2022<\/a>
\ud83d\udcda Read: YouTrip\u2019s Guide To The Best Late-Night Tokyo Diners 2022<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Don\u2019t forget to reserve tickets to your attractions and even your Japan Rail Pass<\/a> beforehand! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83c\udf9f Through your YouTrip card, get up to 5% cashback on Klook<\/strong><\/a> <\/strong>within 45 days after checking out! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

How To Get Ready For Your Japan Trip: For more guides<\/strong><\/a> to Japan<\/em> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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4. Pick Your Season!<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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When\u2019s the best time to visit Japan? This boils down to individual preference! From winter to summer, there\u2019s always plenty to do and see. Here\u2019s what you can expect in each season: <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u2744\ufe0f Winter <\/strong>(December – February)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Winter \u2014 the season for all the Olafs of the world. Head to Japan in the wintertime for skiing, snow sports activities, snow festivals, and relaxing onsen resorts! During New Year\u2019s Eve, the Japanese celebrate Omisoka<\/em> by eating noodles at midnight. They also munch on Osechi-Ryori <\/em>\u2014 traditional cuisine of colourful dishes packed together in special boxes called Jubako<\/em>, while drinking sake<\/em> to commemorate the New Year. But be mindful that it does <\/em>get pretty crowded this time of year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\ud83c\udf38 Spring <\/strong>(March – May)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Spring in Japan means the season of cherry blossoms! With these beautiful pink and white blooms sprinkled in every corner of your eye line, Spring is no doubt the best time to have outdoor picnics and bask in the country\u2019s spectacular sights and immense natural beauty. The end of April also marks the beginning of Japan\u2019s Golden Week in which most of the country is on vacation, signifying Japan\u2019s peak period which you may want to avoid on your travels. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Read: YouTrip\u2019s Sakura Forecast: Japan 2023 Cherry Blossom Season<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u2600\ufe0f Summer <\/strong>(June – August)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ahh, <\/em>good ol\u2019 summer. In this season, Japan comes to life with fireworks, plenty of regional festivals, and neverending fun in the sun. Treat yourselves to some Yakiniku<\/em>, chilled Somen Noodles<\/em>, and a frothy cup of ice-cold beer to get in the mood. After all, you\u2019re on vacation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tip: August is when most Japanese return home to partake in Obon Rituals <\/em><\/a>\u2014 a Japanese holiday dedicated to family and their late loved ones. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\ud83c\udf41 Autumn <\/strong>(September – November)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Autumn \u2014 the perfect season to bless your eyes with the warmth of red, orange, and yellow hues. Kyoto shines best during this season as its iconic maple and ginkgo trees boast striking transformations. Held at the beginning of October, don\u2019t miss out on attending the Nagasaki Kunchi Festival<\/em> which celebrates the autumn harvest with processions of Mikoshi Floats<\/em>, Dragon Dances, and Dutch-inspired rituals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Take notice that a majority of Japanese have their holidays in late September!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How To Get Ready For Your Japan Trip: Read up on where<\/strong><\/a> to enjoy the seasons in Japan <\/em>  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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5. <\/strong>Baby, It\u2019s Cold Outside<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Pack warm! Especially if you\u2019re heading to Japan during the winter season. It\u2019s time to stock up on some winter essentials! Thick woolly coats, thermal undershirts, warm long pants, knit caps, windbreakers, boots, snuggly scarves \u2014 the works. Some ways you can stay comfy (and toasty warm) in your new winter wear apparel for a good deal: <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udecd Zalora<\/strong><\/a> offers a 15% discount + 5% cashback on a minimum spend of S$100 when you pay with YouTrip and apply \u2018YOUZAL22\u2019 during checkout<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udecd Get 4% cashback within 45 days at Uniqlo<\/strong><\/a> when you checkout with YouTrip<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How To Get Ready For Your Japan Trip: Get your Zalora winter wear here<\/strong><\/a><\/em> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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6. <\/strong>Always Pack An Extra Bag <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Pack an extra foldable travel bag in your suitcase for those Japanese goodies and Don Quijote steals! Trust us, you\u2019re bound to need one. Japan has a way of making you buy souvenirs you didn\u2019t even think you need (guilty!<\/em>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How To Get Ready For Your Japan Trip: Click here<\/a> to shop for your affordable travel essentials <\/em> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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7. Get Familiar With Basic Japanese<\/strong> <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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We\u2019re not asking you to become a fluent Japanese-speaking pro in the span of a month! But it would be good to be familiar with some basic phrases. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udcac Konnichiwa \u2013 <\/em>Hello 
\ud83d\udcac Sumimasen<\/em> \u2013 Excuse Me
\ud83d\udcac Onegaishimasu \u2013 <\/em>Please 
\ud83d\udcac Arigatou<\/em> \u2013 Thank You 
\ud83d\udcac Doitashimashite<\/em> \u2013 You\u2019re Welcome 
\ud83d\udcac Gomennasai <\/em>\u2013 I\u2019m Sorry 
\ud83d\udcac Hai <\/em>\u2013 Yes 
\ud83d\udcac Iie<\/em> \u2013 No 
\ud83d\udcac Ohayo Gozaimasu<\/em> \u2013 Good Morning 
\ud83d\udcac Konbanwa<\/em> \u2013 Good Evening
\ud83d\udcac Oyasuminasai<\/em> \u2013 Good Night<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How To Get Ready For Your Japan Trip: Learn more basic Japanese phrases here<\/strong><\/a><\/em> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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8. Get Travel Insurance (no doy!<\/em>)<\/strong><\/strong> <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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When travelling, it\u2019s good to expect the best but always<\/em> be prepared for the worst! Get yourself a substantial travel insurance policy that is best suited to your needs! Jet-set on your travels with ease with HLAS COVIDSafe Travel Protect360 Enhanced Plans<\/a> with YouTrip and enjoy savings of up to 65%. Better safe than sorry!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How To Get Ready For Your Japan Trip: Read up more on the nitty-gritty of HL Assurance X YouTrip Travel Insurance here<\/strong><\/a>. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Get Prepped For Your Next Japan Getaway! <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Now that you\u2019re an expert on how to get ready for your Japan trip, you\u2019re all set to shop online and lock in the best Yen rates while you\u2019re at it! Why not share this info with friends and family who aren\u2019t yet in the know?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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