Japan
關於Japan
貨幣 | Yen (JPY) |
語言 | Japanese |
資本金 | Tokyo |
Japan is an archipelago of 6,852 islands located in the North Pacific Ocean and the Sea of Japan, east of Korea. The four main islands are Hokkaido, Shikoku, Kyushu, and Honshu, the main island. Japan’s population is approximately 126 million.
The government of Japan is a parliamentary democracy with a hereditary constitutional monarchy. The chief of state is an emperor. The head of government is a prime minister.
After World War II, Japan experienced huge economic growth. Today the country has the world’s third largest economy but has the world’s largest public debt. Japan has a very high standard of living and high life expectancy.
Visitors to Japan will see a contrast of the traditional and the modern. Buddhism and Shinto have been the main religions of Japan and have had great influence on the history and culture of this country. Tourists will find sites such as Shinto shrines, Buddhist temples, Japanese gardens, museums, onsens or hot spring baths, tea ceremonies, Mt. Fuji, kabuki theatre, to name only a few.
Japan的建議疫苗接種
對於大多數旅行者
乙肝疫苗
There is risk of hepatitis B in Japan, therefore, the vaccination is recommended.
甲型肝炎疫苗
There is risk of hepatitis A in Japan, therefore, the vaccination is recommended.
對於一些旅行者
麻疹,腮腺炎,風疹(MMR)疫苗
One dose of measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) is recommended to infants 6 to 11 months prior to international travel.
ick蟲腦炎疫苗
The tick-borne encephalitis vaccine is not normally given for travel to Japan.
狂犬病疫苗
The rabies vaccine is recommended for travellers whose activities or work may bring them into direct contact with bats.
日本腦炎疫苗
Japanese encephalitis does not usually occur in urban areas or large cities and thus vaccination is not required for travel to large cities. However, vaccination is recommended during the high-risk months if travellers engage in extensive outdoor activities in rural areas.
Japan的推薦藥物
目前沒有針對Japan的建議。
Japan要注意的疾病
對於大多數旅行者
Hepatitis A
There is a risk of hepatitis A in Japan.
Dengue Fever
Dengue fever does occur in Japan.
Hepatitis B
There is a risk of hepatitis B in Japan.
對於一些旅行者
Scrub Typhus
This disease generally occurs year-round in Japan.
Leishmaniasis
There is a risk of acquiring Leishmaniasis in the country.
Crimean-Congo Haemorrhagic Fever
Crimean-Congo haemorrhagic fever outbreaks have occurred in Japan.
Hanta Virus
There is a risk of acquiring hantavirus in Japan through contaminated food or by coming into contact with someone infected with the virus.
Measles
There is a risk of exposure to measles in the country.
Tick-Borne Encephalitis
There is a possible risk of tick-borne encephalitis in southern Hokkaido from March to November. There is a possible risk in Shimane Prefecture, Honshu also.
Schistosomiasis
This disease is present in this country and is acquired through contact with fresh water, such as swimming, bathing, or rafting. Well-chlorinated swimming pools and contact with saltwater in oceans or seas will not put travellers at risk for schistosomiasis.
Rabies
Rabies may be present in bats. There are no rabid dogs in Japan, however bats are known to carry lyssavirus (bat rabies). Therefore most travellers are considered to be at low risk.
Japanese encephalitis
Japanese encephalitis does not usually occur in urban areas such as Tokyo and other major cities. Rare and sporadic cases do occur on all islands from July to November, except Hokkaido. The risk for travellers is very low, but may increase with extensive outdoor activity in rural areas.
Japan中的安全性
人身安全
The crime rate is low in this country, and most travellers have no safety or security trouble. Travelers are advised to remain vigilant in the districts of Kabukicho, Roppongi, Shibuya, and Ikebukuro. With respect to your personal safety, be as cautious and aware of your surroundings as you would be at home. Public transportation is usually safe. Walking at night is normally safe.
There have been reports of tourists having their drinks drugged and experiencing credit card fraud, particularly in the Roppongi and Kabuki-cho districts of Tokyo. Never leave drinks unattended and pay attention to the way drinks are prepared and served. Avoid carrying credit cards or large amounts of cash in nightclubs in this area.
After the March 11, 2011, earthquake and tsunami, there was extensive structural damage and loss of life, as well as a risk of nuclear radiation in northeast Japan. However, areas outside of the Japanese evacuation zone are not subject to radiation levels associated with a health risk, and most areas of the country have returned to normal.
Earthquakes, tsunamis, typhoons and volcanic activity can occur in Japan. Follow updates from the Japan Meteorological Agency closely for information about natural disasters.
If visiting Japan for less than 90 days, you must carry your passport with you at all times.
Tension with North Korea persists and could escalate without warning.
Exercise caution if participating in mountain climbing or other outdoor adventure activities. Always do so with a group or an experienced guide. Climbing Mount Fuji is not advised during the off-season (September-June) due to higher safety risks. Ensure travel and medical insurance is purchased before departing and ensure your insurance policy covers outdoor adventure activities.
Driving in Japan is generally safe, however, during winter months, heavy snowfall may make driving dangerous.
It is illegal to smoke in the streets of some parts of Tokyo and other cities.
There are strict regulations for importing medication, including prescription medication for allergies. Consult Japanese authorities for more detailed information.
Same-sex sexual activity is legal in Japan but same-sex marriage is not. Nevertheless, LGBTI travellers are unlikely to experience discrimination. All travellers should note, however, that public displays of affection should be avoided in respect of the country’s customs.
極端暴力
There is no recent history of terrorism. However, regional tension with neighbours such as China and North Korea can impact the security situation at any time. This include random missile launches by North Korea. For such a situation, ‘take shelter’ alerts have been issued in parts of Japan.
政治動盪
Protests and demonstrations are rare in Japan. However, pro-nationalist demonstrations have taken place and can involve hostility for foreign countries. Minimize safety risk by avoiding any large public or political gatherings.
應避免的區域
Avoid all travel to the exclusion zones around the Fukushima Dai-ichi Nuclear Power Plant due to the health risk posed by radiation. These areas are identified by Japanese authorities and can be found at the following website: http://www.meti.go.jp/english/earthquake/nuclear/roadmap/pdf/20130807_01.pdf