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Preparing for business travel to Japan

Traveling to Japan for business can be an enriching experience, offering insights into a unique culture and providing exciting opportunities in a highly advanced economy. However, doing business in Japan can be challenging for overseas visitors. To make the most of your trip, thorough preparation is essential. This guide will cover a few travel tips and lists you need to know to ensure that you benefit from a smooth and successful business trip to Japan.


Business Travel to Japan : Pre-trip Preparations

1. Visa and Documentation
Check if you need a visa to enter Japan. Citizens of many countries do not require a visa for business trips that are up to 90 days in duration.


A business visa enables you to engage in a range of business activities such as meetings, conferences, negotiations, and more. You will require an invitation letter from a Japanese company to support your application. You will also need to provide a range of supporting travel documents. These will include a valid passport, photographs, flight details, proof of funds to support your visit and a letter from your employer, if you are an employee.


Depending on where you live, you may be required to attend a meeting in person at the consulate to greece mobile database obtain your visa.

The application process should take 5 – 7 days but it is advisable to allow as much time as possible in case your application is delayed.

Pre-trip Preparations

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Schedule meetings well in advance and reconfirm closer to the date. Prepare a detailed itinerary, including addresses and contact numbers.


3. Accommodation
Choose a hotel that is conveniently located near your business meetings or in a business district, and one that offers the facilities you may need during your stay, including Wi-Fi, a desk, and access to a meeting room. If you are a lone business traveler and traveling across the country, consider capsule hotels for short, affordable stays.