We’ve been longing for a Japan VTL forever. As travellers from Singapore, we’re not quite that lucky yet, but at least the Japanese government is now deliberating over border restrictions after the sixth Covid-19 wave that has hit the country. Will they be more lax? Well, when we reach Mar 1, Japan’s borders will still be closed to tourists – only foreign residents, business travellers, and international students will be allowed to enter.
For those who can enter Japan, you would still need to prepare these certificates and documents:
- A Covid-19 test certificate – within 72 hours of departure,
- A signed copy of the Written Pledge,
- And a completed questionnaire that’s administered by the Ministry of Health Labour and Welfare
As of now, Japan only recognises the Pfizer, Moderna, and AstraZeneca vaccines. From Mar 1 though, Johnson & Johnson will also be approved for arrival into Japan. The daily cap on the number of people entering the country will also be raised from the current 3,500 to 5,000 starting Mar 1. There will also no longer be a three-day isolation period from travellers who test negative for Covid-19, from countries like:
- Australia
- Spain
- Thailand
- The Philippines
- The US
Unfortunately, for us Singaporeans, we are still subject to a three-day quarantine in a designated facility. This applies to 36 other countries and regions, which you can find more about here.
Since we’re not yet able to travel freely to Japan, consider checking out how we can experience Japan while in Singapore and the best Japanese restaurants in Singapore.
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