Japan Package - Travel information of Japan. Japan's holidays, climate, about electricity, and map.

Date	The Holiday's Name
1 January	New Year's Day (Gantan)
2nd Monday in January	Coming of Age Day
11 February	National Foundation Day
21 March	Vernal Equinox Day
29 April	Showa Day
3 May	Constitution Memorial Day
4 May	Green Day
5 May	Children's Day
3rd Monday in July	Maritime Day
3rd Monday in September	Respect for the Aged Day
23 September	Autumn Equinox Day
2nd Monday in October	Health Sports Day
3 November	Culture Day
23 November	Labour Thanks-Giving Day
23 December	Emperor's Birthday

A valid passport is required for entry into Japan and Australian passport holders do not require a visa for stays within 90 days.

Please note: It is important to double-check your visa requirements with the appropriate embassy / consular office as visa regulations may have changed.

Japan has four distinct seasons. The most scenic and colourful times to travel are April/ May for the cherry blossoms, and October/ November for the autumn colours. Summer can be hot and humid, especially in July and August, while winter is chilly and crisp with snowfalls in northern Japan and the Central Alps. The rainy season extends from mid-June to mid-July with the humidity increasing during this period.

Average Temperature & Precipitation in Major Cities

The voltage is 100-volts, 50-cycle (Tokyo) and 60-cycle (Kyoto) AC and the plugs have two flat parallel pins (as do North American plugs).