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Practicalities in Japan

Practical information

Arrival, transport, stay and meeting tips

Useful information for participants travelling to Tokyo for Nordic Health Summit Japan 2026.

Arrival

Airports & transfer times

Haneda (HND) — Recommended

  • 30–40 min to Nihonbashi
  • Monorail or Keikyu → Tokyo Station
  • Taxi: approximately 25–35 min

Narita (NRT)

  • 60–75 min via Narita Express → Tokyo Station
  • Taxi not recommended due to time and cost

Getting around Tokyo

  • Google Maps: fully reliable for public transit directions
  • Taxis: safe and cashless-friendly
  • Recommended taxi apps: GO Taxi or Uber Japan
Tokyo’s public transport is easy to use and highly reliable. Expect a lot of walking, especially in large stations.
Public transportation cards

IC cards in Tokyo

Tokyo’s public transportation uses rechargeable IC cards. The two main ones are Suica (issued by JR East) and PASMO (issued by Tokyo Metro and private railways).

You can use them for:

  • Metro and trains
  • Buses
  • Many taxis
  • Convenience stores
  • Vending machines
Simply tap in and tap out at ticket gates. The fare is calculated automatically.

Options

Option 1: Add to your phone

If you have an iPhone with Apple Wallet support, you can add Suica or PASMO directly via Apple Wallet.

  1. Open Wallet
  2. Tap “+”
  3. Select Transit Card
  4. Add funds via Apple Pay
  5. Tap your phone at ticket gates

No physical card needed.

Android users

For most international Android phones, mobile Suica usually will not work. A physical IC card is recommended.

Option 2: Physical card

Best option for short-term visitors: Welcome Suica (no ¥500 deposit required).

Welcome Suica is available only at selected airport stations and major stations. You can check the exact locations on the official purchase page .

Valid for 28 days. Loading around ¥1,000 is usually enough for one day.

Venue & stay

Venue

Nihonbashi in central Tokyo, to be updated

  • 1–3 min walk from Mitsukoshimae Station
  • 10–15 min walk from Tokyo Station
  • For taxi drivers: 日本橋ライフサイエンスビルディング

Where to stay

Recommended hotel areas

  • Nihonbashi — 3–8 min walk
  • Tokyo Station / Marunouchi — 10–15 min walk
  • Ginza — 1 metro stop (5–7 min)

All are within around 15 minutes of the venue.

Book early — April is cherry blossom season and hotels fill up quickly.