Tokyo
Which International Driving Permit to carry: Japan takes only the 1949 Geneva type, many others take 1968. Country table from UN treaty records and official traffic pages.
Editorial preview · factual review pendingEvery Nozomi is reserved-only from 25 December 2026 to 5 January 2027. Seats go on sale at 10:00 a month ahead (smartEX a year ahead); top-season seats cost ¥400 more.
Official sources checked 2026-10-22Japan accepts only 1949 Geneva IDPs or official translations for six licences. Check your country, the documents the counter wants, and what NOC charges cost.
Editorial preview · factual review pendingIn Tokyo, a contactless Visa or Mastercard works on Tokyo Metro, Toei and nine private railways but not JR East, so most visitors still need a Suica or PASMO.
Official sources checked 2026-10-12