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United States

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Travel essentials

Currency

USD US Dollar

1 USD ≈ 158.18 JPYReference rate · 2026-11-07

Actual exchange and card rates may differ.

Checked 2026-11-07

Capital & languages

Capital
Washington D.C.
Languages
English

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Country codes

US / USA

アメリカ合衆国
United States of America

LOCAL TIME

Local time & time zones

The time difference from Japan follows local daylight-saving changes.

America/New York

22:35:0411/13

UTC-05:00 · Japan −14h

America/Detroit

22:35:0411/13

UTC-05:00 · Japan −14h

America/Kentucky/Louisville

22:35:0411/13

UTC-05:00 · Japan −14h

America/Kentucky/Monticello

22:35:0411/13

UTC-05:00 · Japan −14h

America/Indiana/Indianapolis

22:35:0411/13

UTC-05:00 · Japan −14h

America/Indiana/Vincennes

22:35:0411/13

UTC-05:00 · Japan −14h

America/Indiana/Winamac

22:35:0411/13

UTC-05:00 · Japan −14h

America/Indiana/Marengo

22:35:0411/13

UTC-05:00 · Japan −14h

America/Indiana/Petersburg

22:35:0411/13

UTC-05:00 · Japan −14h

America/Indiana/Vevay

22:35:0411/13

UTC-05:00 · Japan −14h

America/Chicago

21:35:0411/13

UTC-06:00 · Japan −15h

America/Indiana/Tell City

21:35:0411/13

UTC-06:00 · Japan −15h

America/Indiana/Knox

21:35:0411/13

UTC-06:00 · Japan −15h

America/Menominee

21:35:0411/13

UTC-06:00 · Japan −15h

America/North Dakota/Center

21:35:0411/13

UTC-06:00 · Japan −15h

America/North Dakota/New Salem

21:35:0411/13

UTC-06:00 · Japan −15h

America/North Dakota/Beulah

21:35:0411/13

UTC-06:00 · Japan −15h

America/Denver

20:35:0411/13

UTC-07:00 · Japan −16h

America/Boise

20:35:0411/13

UTC-07:00 · Japan −16h

America/Phoenix

20:35:0411/13

UTC-07:00 · Japan −16h

America/Los Angeles

19:35:0411/13

UTC-08:00 · Japan −17h

America/Anchorage

18:35:0411/13

UTC-09:00 · Japan −18h

America/Juneau

18:35:0411/13

UTC-09:00 · Japan −18h

America/Sitka

18:35:0411/13

UTC-09:00 · Japan −18h

America/Metlakatla

18:35:0411/13

UTC-09:00 · Japan −18h

America/Yakutat

18:35:0411/13

UTC-09:00 · Japan −18h

America/Nome

18:35:0411/13

UTC-09:00 · Japan −18h

America/Adak

17:35:0411/13

UTC-10:00 · Japan −19h

Pacific/Honolulu

17:35:0411/13

UTC-10:00 · Japan −19h

Checked 2026-11-07

BEFORE YOU GO

Entry & travel preparation

Entry guidance

Eligible Visa Waiver Program travellers may use ESTA approval for qualifying visits of 90 days or less. ESTA is not a visa or a guarantee of admission. Check CBP for eligibility, travel-history restrictions and current fees.

Checked 2026-11-07

Sources and official guidancei94.cbp.dhs.gov ↗esta.cbp.dhs.gov ↗

Power outlets

  • Type A
  • Type B

Plug shapes are from existing records. Check your accommodation.

Not yet reviewed · Review pending

Tap water

Public supplies are subject to EPA drinking-water rules. Check the local utility’s water-quality report and advisories. Ask the operator about testing and potability for private wells.

Checked 2026-11-07

Sources and official guidancewww.epa.gov ↗www.epa.gov ↗

Entry summaries mainly concern short visits on Japanese ordinary passports. Conditions depend on nationality, purpose and transit route.

Japan MOFA travel safety information ↗

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GETTING THERE

Air travel

Airports · 737
Airlines · 831

OUR TRAVEL STORIES

United States travel stories

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Hawaii Travel

Travel to Hawaii: Introducing a price survey and cheap stores in Waikiki, Hawaii!

An on-site investigation from Waikiki about the price situation in Hawaii, which is a hot topic due to the weak yen, strong dollar, and soaring prices! Traveling to Hawaii has become easier due to the relaxation of immigration restrictions. However, what bothers travelers is the high cost of living and food in Hawaii. I went on a trip to Hawaii to confirm the local prices, which are rumored to cost more than 10,000 yen for a simple meal, so I hope those who are planning a trip to Hawaii will find this helpful.

Hawaii Travel

Recommended cheap airport transfer in Hawaii! cheap without tip

Recommendations for cheap airport transfers in Hawaii. [LeaLea Shuttle Transfer by HIS] is a cheap and affordable Hawaii transportation service that provides transportation between Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (Waikiki Airport) and Waikiki hotels for $22 per person one way. It's a very convenient and cheap transportation service to Hawaii, as you can make advance reservations online and no tipping is required. Detailed explanation of how to apply!