20 MISTAKES TO AVOID! Don't do This in Japan, First Time Traveler

Here are 20 mistakes to avoid when visiting Japan for the first time. We've visited Japan multiple times over the years, and we sometimes still make these mistakes. The most important thing is to show respect. Remember to pre-order your JR Pass by Sept 29! *affiliate link: https://kenshoquest.com/recommends/klook-jr-pass/

00:00 Flying into Narita Airport
00:39 Arriving between 11PM - 5AM
01:11 Not Pre-Ordering your JR Pass
02:04 Arriving late for your train
02:20 Thinking you cannot pay by credit card
03:24 Not knowing the conversion rate
03:53 Accepting marked up conversion rate
04:34 Showing up without pre-booking
05:18 Not knowing how to use the toilet
05:55 Assuming restaurants will provide forks & spoons
06:15 Missing breakfast
06:37 Not cleaning up after yourself
06:52 Expecting trash cans
07:30 Not taking off your shoes
07:59 Not packing waterproof shoes for summer
08:38 Talking too loudly in public
08:50 Not knowing any Japanese words
09:49 Not having internet on your phone
10:17 Packing too heavy
10:43 Not getting travel health insurance
11:35 Japan Rail Pass Live Q&A this Sunday!


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Beginner's Guide to the JR Pass: https://youtu.be/fUn5MCYFjNU

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Master Your Money in Japan: https://youtu.be/J6AziGwySZo

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