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
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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SFO→TYO
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