1. Google Maps / NAVITIME
Essential for navigating Japan’s complex train and bus systems. They show routes, transfers, times, and fares accurately.
2. Google Translate
Helps with language barriers by translating menus, signs, and conversations using voice or camera scan.
3. LINE
The most popular communication app in Japan. Used for messaging, work communication, school announcements, and contacting landlords or managers.
4. PayPay
One of the most widely used cashless payment apps. Accepted in convenience stores, supermarkets, restaurants, pharmacies, taxis, and many vending machines. Helps avoid carrying a lot of cash and often offers cashback and discounts.
5. GO Taxi / Uber / DiDi
Useful when trains stop late at night or when carrying luggage. Provides quick and safe transportation across major cities.
6. Uber Eats / other delivery apps
Convenient for ordering food from home or work.
Essential for navigating Japan’s complex train and bus systems. They show routes, transfers, times, and fares accurately.
2. Google Translate
Helps with language barriers by translating menus, signs, and conversations using voice or camera scan.
3. LINE
The most popular communication app in Japan. Used for messaging, work communication, school announcements, and contacting landlords or managers.
4. PayPay
One of the most widely used cashless payment apps. Accepted in convenience stores, supermarkets, restaurants, pharmacies, taxis, and many vending machines. Helps avoid carrying a lot of cash and often offers cashback and discounts.
5. GO Taxi / Uber / DiDi
Useful when trains stop late at night or when carrying luggage. Provides quick and safe transportation across major cities.
6. Uber Eats / other delivery apps
Convenient for ordering food from home or work.
