Asia · Country guide
Japan
Currency, language, tipping etiquette, and how to get around Japan — plus every Tripzeeker itinerary covering the country.
Currency
JPY
Language
Japanese
Tipping
Customary
Region
Asia
Currency
Japan uses the Japanese Yen (JPY). Use Tripzeeker's currency converter to check live exchange rates before you travel.
Language
The main language is Japanese. A translation app or basic phrasebook goes a long way outside major tourist areas.
Tipping etiquette
Tipping is not customary and can be seen as awkward — excellent service is the cultural norm, not a paid extra.
Use the tip calculator →Getting around
Trains (JR/Shinkansen) are fast, punctual, and cover almost everywhere; a JR Pass can pay for itself on longer trips.
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What currency does Japan use?
Japan uses the Japanese Yen (JPY). Tripzeeker's currency converter and tip calculator can help you budget in your home currency before you go.
What language is spoken in Japan?
The main language is Japanese. A translation app or basic phrasebook goes a long way outside major tourist areas.
Do I need to tip in Japan?
Tipping is not customary and can be seen as awkward — excellent service is the cultural norm, not a paid extra.
How do you get around Japan?
Trains (JR/Shinkansen) are fast, punctual, and cover almost everywhere; a JR Pass can pay for itself on longer trips.