08/06/2022
TRAVEL RESTRICTIONS FOR TOURISTS COMING TO JAPAN ON FRIDAY, JUNE 10
As one of the last countries in the world, Japan is currently still keeping its borders closed to foreign tourists. However, it was announced that Japan will reopen its borders to travelers on guided tours from June 10.
In order to visit Japan as a tourist, the following two conditions will apply:
Travelers must visit Japan on a guided tour organized by a Japan-based travel agency or operator. The travel agency or operator will handle application procedures and be held responsible for the tour participants.
Travelers must arrive from a country on the "blue list", which lists countries where the risk of catching the coronavirus is considered low. There are currently 98 countries on the "blue list", including most countries in North America, East Asia, Europe and Ocean. PHILIPPINES IS INCLUDED ON THE LIST
Note that the list is subject to change, and that a country needs to be on the list on the date when the application for travel to Japan is submitted (as opposed to the actual date of travel).
A negative result from a PCR test taken within 72 hours prior to departure is required to enter Japan; however, there will be no test and no quarantine upon arrival in Japan for foreign tourists regardless of vaccination status.
Note furthermore that because the visa-waiver system is currently suspended, all travelers will need to apply for a visa in order to enter Japan.
It remains unknown when independent ( FIT AND DIY) tourists will be able to enter the country again.