Japan Shirakawa Tours

• Carry a basic travel health kit including painkillers, antiseptics, motion sickness remedies, and any personal prescriptions.
• In Japan, hospitals and clinics accept international visitors; English-speaking services are available in major cities.
• In China, large hospitals in cities often have international departments, but outside urban areas, English may be limited. Consider travel insurance that covers medical evacuation.
• Three Bears Travel support: You can contact your guide or our 24/7 customer service team (support@threebearstravel.com.au) anytime for assistance locating medical care or handling emergencies.

• Japan: Airports, banks, and post offices are the safest places. Avoid unofficial money changers.
• China: Use banks, official hotel exchanges, or airport counters. Avoid street exchangers to prevent scams.

Your health and safety are paramount to Three Bears Travel. Some of our itineraries include difficult conditions which can make physical activities challenging. You should be in reasonably good health and be able to participate in all activities unaided. We recommend you see your doctor at least six weeks prior to travel for advice and to allow time for any necessary vaccinations. Please remember to take your itinerary with you.

Passengers with existing medical conditions and food allergies must advise Three Bears Travel at time of booking.

Most travelers require a visa or electronic travel authorization to enter Japan or China. Please check the official government websites for the most up-to-date information:

• Japan visa information: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan
• China visa information: Chinese Visa Application Service

• ATM withdrawals: Japan and China may charge international card fees. Check with your bank before traveling.
• Mobile payments: Linking an international card may incur foreign transaction fees.
• Cash declaration limits: Japan: over ¥1,000,000 must be declared. China: over CNY 20,000 must be declared.

Group tours consist of travellers who have booked the same itinerary on the same departure date. Minimum traveller requirements, where applicable, are listed on each tour page.

Different tour types have different minimum traveller requirements. Each itinerary page will clearly indicate the minimum number of travellers needed for that specific tour to operate.

If your group does not meet the minimum number but you would still like to travel, we are happy to arrange a Custom Tour tailored specifically to your preferred dates, group size and interests. Simply contact us with your requirements, and we will create a personalised itinerary for you. 

• Japan: No mandatory vaccines for most travelers, but routine vaccinations (like influenza and tetanus) are recommended. Consult your doctor before traveling.
• China: Routine vaccinations are recommended. Some regions may require additional vaccines (hepatitis A, typhoid). Check official sources or your healthcare provider for updated guidance.

For more information: CDC – Japan Travel, CDC – China Travel