Asia
Japan
Neon cities, quiet temples, bullet trains and the best convenience stores on Earth. Bow a little, slurp your noodles, and enjoy!
- Local time
- 22:35
- Currency
- JPY
- Calling code
- +81
- Capital
- Tokyo
- Languages spoken
- Japanese
LGBTQIA+
Legal, conservative climate
- Many cities issue partnership certificates, but same-sex marriage is not recognised nationally.
- Society can be conservative: stay discreet with public displays of affection, as everyone is advised to.
- Trans and non-binary travellers: the gender marker on your passport is what counts at border checks; carry supporting documents if your appearance has changed.
- If you face discrimination, threats or arrest, contact your embassy right away.
These rules change and depend on your situation: always check with the official sources and your embassy before you leave. GoZzzy gives general information and cannot be held responsible.
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