Japan visa requirements for Thais

Travel and visa requirements

Japanese Visa is not required for Thais

Stay Duration: 15 days

Entry Requirements

  • Japan is an island country located in East Asia and has Tokyo as its capital.
  • Thailand citizens are eligible to visit Japan without a visa as tourists and can stay up to 15 days.
  • Japan is famous for its traditional arts, including tea ceremonies, calligraphy and flower arranging. The country has a legacy of distinctive gardens, sculpture, and poetry.
  • The required document for Thais visiting Japan is a valid passport for the intended period of their stay in order to obtain their Japan eVisa.
  • The Japan tourist visa for Thailand citizens is a multiple-entry visa, valid for a year to 5 years but each visit cannot exceed the 15-day period.
  • The most widely spoken language in Japan is Japanese, which is separated into numerous dialects.
  • Shinto and Buddhism are Japan's two major religions. The two religions have been co-existing relatively harmoniously and have even complemented each other to a certain degree.
  • The Japanese Yen is the currency spent in Japan.
  • Currency restriction for entry and exit in Japan is ¥1,000,000 or above subject to declaration.
  • In Japan the power plugs and sockets are of type A and B. The standard voltage is 100 V and the standard frequency is 50 / 60 Hz.
  • Japan does not operate Daylight Saving Time (DST), the clocks stay on Standard Time all year round. Japan Standard Time, abbreviated as JST, is nine hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT).
  • You must carry your passport with you at all times. In Japan, you may be taken in for questioning if you don’t have your passport to show your identity and status while in Japan.
  • The vaccinations required for Japan travel include hepatitis A, hepatitis B, Japanese encephalitis, rabies, meningitis, polio, pneumonia, and influenza.
  • Some of the tourist centers to visit in Japan are Mount Fuji, Imperial Tokyo, Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, Historic Kyoto, and The Island Shrine of Itsukushima.
  • The time difference between Thailand and Japan is 2 hours. Japan is ahead of Thailand.
  • The average flight duration from Thailand to japan is 5 hours 15 minutes, while the distance is 4,316 Km.
  • The operating airlines from Thailand to Japan are Thai Airways, Qantas, Philipines Airlines, Finnair, and Eva Air.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it advisable I get the Japanese rail pass?

The Japan Rail Pass is an amazing way to get around Japan via train. However, it is not always the best option because it could be more expensive and less convenient on some occasions.

How do I get around in Japan?

Getting around in Japan can either be by train or bus. Buses are a less expensive alternative but they take more time than train.

When is the best time to visit Japan?

The best time is from June to the end of August. This is during the Japanese festival season which is a great time to visit Japan.

How much can I budget per day in Japan?

You should plan to spend around ¥12,884 ($119) per day on your vacation in Japan, this should cover meals, transportation, and accommodation.