12 Japan Travel MISTAKES TO AVOID in 2025, Must-Watch Before Visiting!

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TIME STAMPS

00:00 Mistake 1 Leaving items on train
02:19 Mistake 2 Allowing phone battery to drain
03:22 Welcome to Kensho Quest
03:37 Mistake 3 Losing Internet
04:31 Mistake 4 Packing too much
05:06 Mistake 5 Packing jeans for summer
05:44 Mistake 6 Not planning for souvenirs
06:45 Mistake 7 Not looking up holidays
07:32 Mistake 8 Not ordering JR Pass before Japan
08:22 Mistake 9 Not pre-booking
08:58 Mistake 10 Selecting home currency
09:57 Mistake 11 Underestimating travel times
10:42 Mistake 12 Not prepared for emergencies
11:32 Have a wonderful time in Japan!

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[KenshoQuest]

We hope you avoid these mistakes and have a wonderful time in Japan! When do you plan to visit Japan?

[THAILANDCANUCK]

On my first trip to Japan, I left my bag with my traveler's cheques, money, camera, and passport on the train at Kyoto station. As I walked along the platform I heard someone yelling and running after me, holding my bag. It was a train worker who found it and saw that it matched my other bag, I will always remember him for that, It was my second day in Japan and it could have ruined my whole trip.

[DCSWCCkingpin]

I've been watching Japan travel videos for 5 years now (and will be making my 6th trip in April), and this is one of the best ever

[redfish]

The overhead racks are basically never full, so your bag should always be right near you... so if you put a little string on them that will hang down by you you won't forget your bag unless you're totally out of it. Doesn't have to be long, just long enough you'll definitely see it when getting up. (can just stow in the bag's pocket while moving about)

[ysl]

I really respect and appreciate japanese 'honesty and good service . During a trip to japan, my young daughter left some personal item at hotel. By the time we reach the next destination's hotel, the earlier hotel staff already called and delivered the item left at the hotel . My salute to their professionalism and good service !!

[solomani-]

1:21 I’ve left stuff on Japanese trains. Always been handed back. Love Japan.

[vinyalonde]

Hands down I think your channel is the best I have seen for safe and enjoyable travel in Japan. I have left luggage behind, had a battery on my phone die, and a few other mishaps. Lessons learned.
I would add to your excellent list the following:

1. For health reasons, it is important to be up to date on all vaccinations. I know this can be contentious for some but there are particular medical hazards in Japan and it is best to see your doctor to make sure you are covered.

2. For your return trip where you may have more to bring back than you can accommodate, stores like Tokyo Hands offer expandable bags that pack down into a small pouch but can easily accommodate a lot of stuff. I have even checked one of these bags by packing just softer things like clothes and transferring fragile items to my luggage.

3. Probably covered ad infinitum, ad nauseum but it is essential to wear good shoes that are broken in before going to Japan.

[buttlebe]

Gosh this is soooo useful, especially the NHK App! Thanks! Everyone stays safe!

[utcbiopharm]

Been traveling in Japan last 10 days, at a couple of “sticky points” your voices popped in my head w what to do!! Thanks for all the tips!

[fatalradius]

Great video! You both gove amazing advice.I heard that the JR Passes can be purchased at the stations directly, and there is no need to reserve a pass unless you are teavelling very often via bullet trains.

[tvp]

Thanks for sharing! The photos of you guys from 20 years ago are awesome.

I ended up bringing a collapsible duffel bag for souvenirs and it worked great!

[raymundoolalde]

Excellent tips, thanks a lot. We will be visiting Japan this September.

[adelyssaolguin]

I love seeing y'all's pictures from 20 years ago! Y'all are too cute! 🩵 My brother and I have been watching your videos for the past year to help plan our trip this summer! We love all the info! Keep it up!

[lizpedroza]

💯 5:18 i was just there from 1 jul to 21 and i took jean shorts, and jean pants and it rained! Even trying to dry them in hotel dryers takes forever

[gailcrockett]

Thank you again. I am so nervous about my upcoming September trip to the Morioka region travelling from Narita via JR East. Haven't been in Japan in 9 years.
These reminders have been added to my Check list on my Android phone. Than you!! And Namaste.

[nordlands]

2:59 I prefer not to carry extra stuff when it is hot outside, so I have several times had to conserve my mobile use and practiced getting back to my hotel without looking at the map. On a recent trip to Japan I think I had just 5% left before leaving Kobe for my hotel in Osaka :) I have a physical Suica-card though, I think I would be more careful if I had a mobile IC card.

[monamoonshineta]

packing to japan, I normally pack my belongings inside a small carry-on suitcase, then I put that carry-on suitcase inside of a large suit case. That way on my way back, I can stuff all my souvenirs in the large suitcase and wont have to buy another luggage in Japan. International flights allows you to bring two suitcase free of charge, in some airlines.

[jensz]

The Japanese people are very honest and will not steal. If they find something like they found your valuable backpack they will return it without thinking twice. Great people in Japan, very respectable with dignity.

[ibmthe]

This is really a great informative video!! I had no idea that you couldn't buy tickets at the gate of Disneyland! I would have been devastated if we hadn't of known beforehand and missed out. Thanks for your hard work :)

[milak]

Thanks for your information, and we are traveling to Japan for the first time in next month