This fact sheet is for Canadian nationals only. Please note if you are not a Canadian passport holder you will need to check with your relevant Country Embassy.
| Topic | Information |
|---|---|
| Travel Advice | Travel advice and advisories for Japan |
| Canadian Embassy in Japan | Embassies and consulates | Japan (Government of Canada) |
| Japanese Embassy in Canada | Japanese Embassy |
| Entry Requirements | Japanese Entry Requirements |
| Visa Information | Student Visas for Japan |
| Currency Conversion | Live Exchange Rate: Canadian Dollar to Japanese Yen |
| Cultural Insights | Hofstede Country Comparison -- Japan |
| Insurance | Student Health Insurance |
| Health Information | Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare of Japan |
| Solo Female Travel | Japan Solo Female Travel Safety Tips and Advice (solofemaletravelers.club) |
| Gay Travel Index | Gay Travel Index (gayguide.travel) |
Emergency Numbers
| Service | Phone Number |
|---|---|
| Ambulance | 119 |
| Fire | 119 |
| Police | 110 |
Country Facts
| Category | Description |
|---|---|
| Capital city | Tokyo |
| Language | Japanese |
| Currency | Japanese Yen |
| Phone Code | +81 |
| Internet Code | .jp |
| Time Zone | UTC+9 |
| Drives on | Left |
| Plug Types | Type A, Type B |
| Drinking Water | Safe to drink |
| Dominant Religion | Shintoism 79%, Buddhism 67%, Other including Christianity 9% (many practice a combination of Shinto and Buddhist traditions) |
| Significant Dates | February 11 – National Foundation Day February 23 – Emperor's Birthday May 5 – Children's Day |