Japan’s outlet malls are useful for travellers looking for fashion, footwear, sportswear, accessories and homewares outside busy city centres. The most suitable outlet depends on your route: some are convenient from Tokyo, Nagoya or Osaka, while others work well near Narita or Kansai International Airport.
The best travel apps for Japan make train travel, contactless payments, translation, restaurant searches and emergency preparation far simpler. This practical 2026 guide explains which Japan travel apps to download before flying, what each one does best, and the mistakes that can waste time once you arrive.
Planning a trip to Japan can feel overwhelming with visas, rail passes, SIM cards and seasonal timing all competing for attention. This complete 2026 planning guide walks UK and international travellers through every logistical step—from entry requirements to booking the right transport pass—so your first (or fifth) trip to Japan (日本, Nihon) runs smoothly from touchdown to departure.
Find the best VR experiences in Tokyo, Japan: TYFFONIUM, RED° TOKYO TOWER, immersive games, digital art and booking tips.
Learn essential Japanese phrases for emergencies and safety, including calling an ambulance, reporting danger, asking for police and responding to an earthquake.
Confused by Japan’s earthquake alerts? Learn what JMA Shindo intensity levels from 0 to 7 mean, how they differ from magnitude, and what travellers should do.
Save these essential Japan emergency numbers and official resources before your trip, including ambulance, police, coast guard, medical support and disaster information for travellers.
Prepare for a safer Japan holiday with the official earthquake and tsunami alert apps, websites and emergency contacts every traveller should save before flying.
Visiting Japan? Learn exactly what to do during an earthquake in a hotel, on a train, outdoors or near the coast, with practical emergency advice for UK travellers.
Explore Japan’s top historical sites, from Himeji Castle and Fushimi Inari Taisha to Todai-ji, Nikko Toshogu and Hiroshima Peace Memorial. Includes practical planning, access and etiquette advice.