What you NEED to KNOW when you First Arrive in Japan

This Japan guide reviews what to do in Tokyo when you first arrive at Narita Airport or Haneda Haneda Airport. First time travelers are confused what to do in Tokyo, where to go, how to get from Narita Airport to Tokyo, how to get from Haneda Airport to Tokyo as well as what to eat in Japan. I cover all these questions and much more. These are Japan Travel Guide tips I wish someone told me when I first arrived in Japan or even wish I knew before I came to Japan. This video is perfect for first time travelers who don't know the difference between Narita Airport or Haneda Airport. Also, I share with you how to Get a SIM a card and what useful apps you can download before arriving at the Tokyo Airport in Japan. I even provide some tips on Showers and Tokyo Capsule Hotels at both Tokyo airports.

___ Must Know things when First Arriving in Tokyo Japan ___
0:00 - Intro
0:51 - 1 Difference Between Narita & Haneda Airport

Travelers flying into Tokyo for the first time, have an option to fly into Narita or Haneda Airport.

Narita is the larger of the 2 airports and is generally known to have more international flights while Haneda has more domestic flights. Both have lots of dining and shopping areas, but since Haneda is newly ren, I have to give Haneda the overall edge when it comes to attractions.

The biggest differentiator between both airports is the distance to Tokyo. Narita is about 1 hr away by express train, while Haneda is about 15-30 min train ride away. So it’s a little cheaper transportation-wise from Haneda.

1:23 - 2 Get Internet Connectivity with SIM Card

Get your Japan SIM Card here:

2:24 - 3 Download Useful Apps

Transit and Map App: Google Maps

Translation App: Google Translate

What to do and eat in Tokyo (My Website)

Restaurant Search and Reviews Website

Messenger App: LINE

4:13 - 4 Showers and Capsule Hotels

Narita Airport Capsule Hotel: Nine Hours

Narita Airport Shower Rooms:

Haneda Airport Capsule Hotel: First Cabin

Haneda Airport Shower Rooms

My Luxury Capsule Hotel Video

4:58 - 5. Airport Transportation to Tokyo

My Narita Airport to Tokyo Video

5:54 - 6. Get IC Train Card

Suica Card (JR) or Pasmo Card (Tokyo Metro). Both of them can be used on either system so it really doesn't matter which card you buy.

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[eric]

I've been to Japan 5 times already and I still watched this entire video because it reminded me of my first time in the country! I'll never forget the experience of taking the train from narita to Tokyo and see all the kanjis on the buildings; that was the moment I realized I was truly in Asia!!

[kdd]

I agree! Google maps worked perfectly fine to help us navigate in Japan.

[zareh]

Wow! Literally just touched down in Tokyo for the first time ever a few hours ago and you release this. Railway systems were for sure overwhelming but it didn’t take too long to get the hang of it. Staff is very helpful as well as all the signs. Perfect timing. I was so overwhelmed by the pace. Where to stand. How it’s impolite to be loud in public places. Still learning every minute. We just had our first bowl of authentic Japanese a ramen. Definitely emotional experience.

[davidwilliams]

As someone who lived in Japan a few years, Paolo is right on the money with his info. Now one thing about the sim cards, make sure your phone can take sim cards outside of your country. Here in the US, some providers lock their phones only to the US but most of them can unlock it for you if you call them before you leave. Sometimes it takes 24-72 hours to get the unlock information, sometimes you have to go to one of their corporate stores to do it. So check with your provider. Also check if your phone can operate on international frequencies, most 3G and 4G ones can.

[xiaorishu]

What a coincidence! I've just received my mobal sim card this morning lol.

[fierysceptile]

The most videos about japan in youtube are not good and the you tubers don't explain too much clearly but you explained this Clearly not only in the video but also in the description thanks bro

[Lucidiumshards]

Paolo Your a Beast Thank you so much! This info is really important for us first-comers.

[excalipoor]

Just came back from Tokyo. Went to a lot of places that you recommended.
Thanks.

[DarkMaiden]

OMG thank you so much for the sim card suggestion! I'm living in Bangkok right now and being able to receive it ahead of time is so nice!

[harukiumemoto]

How to get to Tokyo from Narita Airport
Narita Airport
↓Free Terminal Shuttle Bus
Higashi Narita Station
↓Keisei Higashi Narita Line
Keisei Narita Station
↓Keisei Main Line (Limited Express)
Keisei Tsudanuma Station
↓Keisei Main Line (Local) (750JPY)
Keisei Nishifuna Station
↓On Foot
Nishi-Funabashi Station
↓Tokyo Metro Tozai Line (290JPY)
Otemachi Station
↓On foot
Tokyo Station (Total 1040JPY)

[kimberlykyang]

I’m traveling in a couple months and I’ve been watching your videos ever since!! Thank you for all your help !!! I appreciate you so much!

[TheTemplarBunny]

Is anyone else kinda blown away by the sponsor? Mobal seems fuckin' dope. And adds so much comfort to a trip. Being able to use Google maps would really help me travel would I visit. And maybe access the internet to translate.

[Username-ijzx]

man you deserve a million subscriber for you excellent content .

[WM-eggh]

This is actually very useful, the mobile issue, the transport issue, the overnight issue, and many more that tourists like us panic. Thank you Paolo

[ChloeCanary]

Traveling in 2020! Thanks for the tips :)

[The_amazing_dust]

I genuinely didn't knew that about Google translate! Thanks!
Going to Japan next year, so I'm watching your videos, like my life depends on it

[wryandwatchful]

Paolo, I just had an awesome week in Tokyo thanks to you. Very helpful content that maximized my time. Appreciate it!

[claudy]

I'll be visiting Japan next month and your videos are by far the most fun and helpful I've seen. Thanks!

[DanYellowZena]

I love going into Narita a little more than Haneda. Simply because I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE, LOVE taking the NEX and/or Skyliner. The train ride on either train is so damn relaxing for me. After a usually long, grueling, uncomfortable, flight, it feels good to have some leg room and the white noise on either train just feels so amazing. I also love all the lush greenery that you see before you get into Tokyo, it is so wonderful. Haneda is quite awesome too however but I just prefer Narita personally. Though Haneda is much closer, like you mentioned.

[en]

You posted this video JUST at the right time. I'm flying out to Tokyo next Friday to explore Japan and most importantly, run Tokyo Marathon!!!!