Last Update: April 29, 2023
On April 29, 2023, the Japanese government lifted the Covid vaccine/negative test requirement for visitors to Japan. Here is the Ministry of Health page with the announcement. So there are now NO Covid formalities to enter Japan. To put it more bluntly: You do not need to be vaccinated against Covid to enter Japan. You do not need to show a negative Covid test to enter Japan.
Tokyo Vacation Checklist
- ESSENTIALS – For all the essentials in a brief overview, see my First Time In Tokyo guide
- HOTELS – Check Tokyo accommodation availability and pricing on Booking.com and Agoda.com - often you can book with no upfront payment and free cancellation
- WHERE TO STAY – Need tips on where to stay? See my one page guide Where To Stay In Tokyo
- BULLET TRAIN – You can buy shinkansen (bullet train) tickets online from Klook - popular routes include Tokyo to Kyoto, Tokyo to Osaka and Tokyo to Hiroshima
- SIM CARDS – You can buy an eSim to activate in Japan or buy a Japan SIM card online for collection on arrival at Tokyo Narita or Haneda airports. Or rent an unlimited data pocket wifi router
- PACKING LIST – See my comprehensive Packing List For Japan
- FLIGHTS – Compare airline flight prices and timings for the best Japan flight deals. Check my guides to arriving at Narita Airport and at Haneda Airport.
- JAPAN RAIL PASS – If you're visiting more than one city, you might save money with a Japan Rail Pass – see if it's worth it for you
- TRAVEL INSURANCE – World Nomads offers simple and flexible travel insurance. Buy at home or while traveling and claim online from anywhere in the world
- WANT HELP? – Do you want help planning your trip? Chris Rowthorn and his team of Japan experts at Japan Travel Consulting can help
