Japan is a fantastic country to travel around, but travelling here comes with challenges! New travellers often do Japan on hard mode the first time they visit, coming armed with a list of things to do but not prepping for the logistics and challenges that travelling here will bring. So, if you’re thinking of visiting, here are some things to know before you go - so you can do things in easy mode instead: 🌀 You’ll get lost. Not in the “charming alleyways of Kyoto” kind of way—more like standing in Shinjuku Station, watching 3 million people move with purpose while your phone loses signal and you question all your life choices. eSIMs and navigation apps are your best friends here! 💴 Cash is king. You think Japan is the most high-tech country in the world—until you realize your card is useless at tiny ramen shops, market stalls, and train stations. Always carry yen with you. You’ll often find an ATM inside the nearest convenience store. 🚕 Taxis are pricey—and confusing. The light sy...