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Time Difference |
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Japan
is not divided into different time zones. The whole country is nine
hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT). So, when it is midday in
London, it is 9pm in Japan (8pm during UK Summer Time). There is no
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Doing Business in Japan |
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If you are planning to travel to Japan on business and would like some
advice, the Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) provides
guidance and literature on doing business in Japan.
UK based organisations looking to export to, or invest in, Japan
should contact Trade Partners UK.
Japan External Trade Organization
(JETRO)
Trade Partners UK |
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Climate |
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The
climate of central Japan is generally mild. However, since Japan is an
archipelago of islands stretching some 3,000km from north to south,
the weather depends greatly on where and when you will be travelling.
Sapporo on the northern island of Hokkaido is in the sub-arctic
climate zone whilst Okinawa in the south is sub-tropical. Japan
experiences a rainy season. Typically this takes place from mid-June
to mid-July and is characterised by high humidity and above average
rainfall. During September and early October, tropical low-pressure
systems can develop into typhoons over the Pacific. Travellers should
pay attention to storm warnings, particularly for coastal areas, if
travelling in Japan during this period.
To help plan your holiday to Japan, check the map and weather charts
below.
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For further information on Japan's seasonal
attractions, see
When To Go.
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Visit our
Tokyo Head Office
Web Site for an up to date forecast of the weather in Japan.
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Electricity |
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The
electrical current in Japan is 100V AC. Two different cycles are used.
Tokyo and eastern Japan are on 50 Hz whilst western Japan, including
Osaka Nagoya and Kyoto, is on 60 Hz. Flat two pin plugs (identical to
those in North America) are used in Japan. Most major hotels provide
outlets for both 110V and 220V appliances such as shavers, hairdryers
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Travel Insurance |
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Visitors to Japan are advised to purchase travel insurance prior to
departure. Japan is a relatively safe place, with one of the lowest
crime rates in the world, but when travelling abroad it is always wise
to be covered against theft, loss of property, accident and illness.
Travel agents can usually offer advice on the most suitable insurance
policy for a visit to Japan. |
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Information
provided by Japan National Tourist Organization. |
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