Japan

• Holidays
• Introduction
• Key Facts
• Climate

• 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