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San Francisco to Tokyo

Complete travel guide for your flight from SFO to TYO

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Visa & Entry Requirements

Visa information for travelers from United Kingdom to Japan

Entry requirements for

Status: Visa Free

Visa Type: visa-free

Duration: 90 days

Official Information

Entry Requirements

Passport Validity: Valid for duration of stay

Full Requirements

Your Embassy In

British Embassy Tokyo

1 Ichiban-cho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 102-8381

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Their Embassy In

Embassy of Japan in the UK

101-104 Piccadilly, London W1J 7JT

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Travel Advisory

Check the latest travel advisory for safety and security information

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This information is for reference only. Please check with official government sources for the most current visa requirements.

Flight Information

Flight Duration

~11 hours

Time Difference

GMT+9 (16-17 hours ahead of San Francisco)

Average Temperature

Summer: 25-30°C, Winter: 5-12°C

Currency

Japanese Yen (JPY)

Best Time to Visit

March-May or September-November

Major Festivals & Events

  • Cherry Blossom Season - March-April
  • Golden Week - Late April to early May
  • Sumida River Fireworks - July
  • Tokyo Game Show - September

Top Attractions

  • Shibuya and Shinjuku districts
  • Senso-ji Temple and Asakusa
  • Tokyo Skytree and Odaiba
  • Meiji Shrine and Yoyogi Park
  • Day trips to Nikko or Kamakura

Money-Saving Travel Tips

  • Visa exempt for US passport holders (up to 90 days)
  • Book 2-3 months ahead for cherry blossoms
  • Direct flights avoid jet lag complications
  • Pocket WiFi rental recommended

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San Francisco to Tokyo Flights | Best Time to Visit, Festivals & Travel Tips