Japan Travel Insurance

An Overview of Travel Insurance for Japan

Being among the top business and leisure travel destinations for Indians, Japan still carries some inherent travel risks that a traveller may encounter. To protect oneself from the losses arising out of such unforeseen risks and contingencies, it is best to get covered with suitable travel insurance for Japan. The policy selection shall be based on individual preferences though and the need for coverage based on applicable risks. It is best to assess the coverage benefits, policy types, additional assistance, etc. before purchasing a travel insurance cover for Japan.

Before starting your journey, here are some top things to know about Japan:

Currency	Japanese Yen
Language	Japanese
Best Time to Visit	From March to May and September to November
Visa Info	Visa for up to 3 months
Tourist Places in Japan	Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, Yokohama, Nagoya, Hiroshima, Nagasaki and Okayama

Travel Insurance for Japan from India: Type, Coverage and Cost

During travel insurance coverage selection, you need to explore the available policy types to decide on the most suitable plan for your Japan trip. The top policy types to choose from include individual, family and group covers, with individual plans being among the most popular options due to their comprehensive benefits across the trip duration. Coverage benefits under individual travel cover extend to medical emergencies, journey-related risks, luggage loss or delay, and more. The cost of the coverage shall depend on the selected policy type, its coverage types available, coverage limits, the total sum insured, duration of the trip, and the like.

Buy Travel Insurance Online: Coverage Benefits

When buying travel insurance for Japan online, the following are some popular coverage benefits to look out for:

Medical Cover

Under this benefit type, the policy provides coverage towards unforeseen medical emergencies while on the trip, helping with immediate financial assistance or reimbursements. You can also avail of other assistance like emergency medical evacuation, permanent partial disability cover, repatriation of remains in case of unfortunate demise of the insured, etc.

Journey Cover

The best travel insurance policy also provides comprehensive coverage for various travel risks. Some top ones include specified losses and delays due to common carriers, missed flights, trip delays or cancellations, loss of passport, etc.

Luggage Cover

Under luggage cover, benefits expand to losses arising out of improper handling of checked-in luggage, delay in arrival, misplacement of baggage, etc.

Documentation Needed for Japan Travel

You need to provide a handful of documents when applying for a Japanese Visa to travel from India:

• Copy of valid passport (two blank pages)
• Proofs of accommodation and return flight bookings
• Filled out and signed visa application
• A detailed cover letter with an itinerary
• A recent 2x2 photograph with a white background
• Latest income tax returns

Japan International Airports

The top international airports of Japan for easy travel are:

• Kansai International Airport
• Chubu Centrair International Airport
• Narita International Airport

Precautions to Take for Your Japan Trip

Some top precautions to follow for a safe trip to Japan are:

• Avoid littering in public and other prohibited activities
• Adhere to local authorities-issued tourist regulations
• Keep any local helpline number handy for immediate assistance
• Follow the laws of Japan related to drug consumption, smoking and drinking
• Avoid participating in huge public gatherings like demonstrations and processions

Foreign Currency Exchange

For your next trip to Japan from India, make sure to avail of currency exchange beforehand so that you have sufficient cash for seamless spending in the country. With online platforms like Goibibo, it only becomes convenient to exchange INR for Japan currency Yen. The current currency exchange rate of Yen is INR 0.59 for 1 Yen.