Experiences
The First-Timer's Japan Playbook for Anime Fans (2026)
An hour-by-hour first-timer's playbook: what to book before you fly, what to grab at the airport, how cash works in 2026, and the unspoken rules nobody tells you.
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Planning
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Experiences
Japan Trip Checklist for Anime Fans 2026: What to Book First
Anime fans landing in Tokyo without bookings burn two days scrambling for JR Pass exchanges, accommodation in the right ward, and collab cafe lottery slots that closed weeks earlier. This 3-months-out checklist is organized by when to book, not what to book.
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