Do You Need Cash in Japan?
Yes, more than you think. Japan still runs heavily on cash for shrines, small restaurants, and many local services. Plan to carry physical yen even in major cities.
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Yes, more than you think. Japan still runs heavily on cash for shrines, small restaurants, and many local services. Plan to carry physical yen even in major cities.
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