About Tokyo

Sightseeing

Wondering where to go while your stay?
Check these sites first.

Transportation

 In Tokyo, public transportation such is widely used. You can calculate your  fares to your destination by Google Maps.
Taxi is quite expensive in Japan.Taxi start: 710¥, for every 1km: 293¥

Weather

Temperature in Tokyo while the tournament will goes around 14-20 degree Celsius in day time, 5-10 degree at night. Basically it is sunny, but we may get some shower while the tournament. 

Wi-Fi

Japan has many wi-fi access points. In convenience stores such as 7-11 or FamilyMart across Japan,  you can use wi-fi free of charge.
For more information go to the following link.
Internet Access in Japan

Note: Inside the ICU campus, there is no wi-fi spot available.

Law

Just in case, those who are under 20 are prohibited from smoking or drinking.
Safety

As you know, Tokyo is one of the safest places in the worlds. However, it is still better to be cautious with your belongings.
Money

  • Credit card is not so widely used in Japan, in some small stores or restaurants may not accept payment with credit card.
  • ATM is in most of convenience stores as well.

Electricity

Voltage in Japan is 100V (in most other countries 220V) and the frequency is 50Hz. The socket is type A, which has two flat plug holes.

Izakaya (Japanese Bar)


In Musashisakai (around campus):
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In Shinjuku (around):
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