Tips for traveling in Japan!

Japan became a destination more and more popular with tourists from around the world.  However, it should consider the following elements:

General Security
Japan is exposed to a constant risk of natural disasters (earthquakes, tsunamis, typhoons). It is advisable to follow the information and warnings from the Japan Meteorological Agency.

Regarding the consequences of the nuclear accident at Fukushima, living in Japan, excluding access prohibited areas and restricted areas located 20 to 40km around the damaged nuclear power plant Fukushima Daiichi, has no risk from the standpoint of public health. A map of areas to avoid can be found on the following Link: http://www.meti.go.jp/english/earthquake/nuclear/roadmap/pdf/140401MapOfAreas.pdf


Criminality

Japan is a safe country to travel for business or tourism. The usual rules of caution apply: ensure his luggage, his money and his credit cards, deposit their valuables

Transport
Safety / road info
In Japan, they drive on the left. Overall, the roads are well maintained and safe, except for the usual caution that any driver or road user must demonstrate.
Security / airline info
Overall, domestic airlines are safe.
Security / info navigation
There are many ferry connections between the Japanese islands and neighboring countries.
Security / rail and bus info
Overall railways and bus lines are safe.

Throughout the year, heavy snowfall, storms or extreme weather can also disrupt roads and public transport. Before leaving for Japan and during your stay in the land of the Rising Sun, it is recommended to visit the websites of airports and train companies with which you are traveling in Japan:

- Airports: http://www.narita-airport.jp/en/index.html and http://www.haneda-airport.jp/inter/en/

- Trains: for example, the Kanto region (Tokyo) JR (Japan Railways) East: http://traininfo.jreast.co.jp/train_info/e/kanto.aspx

- High-speed trains: http://traininfo.jreast.co.jp/train_info/e/shinkansen.aspx

Local Legislation
As a visitor to the country, you are subject to local laws.

Drugs
Japanese regulations consumption and trafficking of drugs is very strict and enforced drastically.

Sexuality
No particular problem report. Instructions safety regulations (AIDS, etc..) Remain applicable.

Customs
Travelers are asked to respect local traditions and customs. Although Japan is highly westernized, daily life is heavily influenced by traditional customs and usages.
The Japanese love of order, the accuracy and cleanliness. They come on time for appointments. The Japanese do not usually shake hands and even less kissing.
Throwing dirt on the street is punishable, the same street smoking is banned in some municipalities. When using an onsen it is better to to conform to local habits displayed at the entrance.

Diverse
Differences in culture and behavior are causing an increasing number of problems with the Japanese. In this context, municipalities have adopted various measures to improve the situation. Information in foreign languages ​​are available at the counters and on the website of the local communities, there is also information about hospitals who offer consultations in foreign languages ​​and the public services. Explanations are given on sorting and waste collection. There is also information on local events, and Japanese courses provided by volunteers