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Japan walking & trekking tours

- Capital city: Tokyo
- Population: 127.1 million (2015 census)
- Size of country: 377,435 sq km
- Currency: Yen
- Power supply: 100V (Eastern Japan 50Hz). Plug Type: 2 flat pin plug
- Language: Japanese
- Time difference: +9 hours GMT
- Visas: British visitors do not require a visa to enter Japan (for up to 90 days)
- Religion: Shinto and Buddhism are the main religions of Japan. Christianity, Islam, Judaism and Hinduism are among the minor religions along with other religions from East Asia.
- Popular dishes: There are many variations of what has collectively become known in the west as sushi including tempura, sukiyaki, sashimi and yakitori. Udon and soba noodles are also very popular.
- Popular drinks: Saki (rice wine) and tea (normally green tea) are Japan’s national drinks.
- Did you know: There is almost no immigration in Japan. The population is 98% ethnic Japanese.
- FCO advice: FCO travel advice
- World Travel Guide: World Travel Guide