HONGKONG
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Various Concerns About Traveling to Hong Kong.

Climate and Best Seasons

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Average Temperature and Rainfall in Hong Kong

Source: Weather Base (http://www.weatherbase.com/)

Cash, cards and currency exchange

- When exchanging money, since Hong Kong dollars are not widely circulated in Japan and the rates are not favorable, exchange Japanese yen to Hong Kong dollars in Hong Kong.
- You can exchange money at airports, banks, or currency exchange offices in the city.
- Since rates vary by exchange office, it is recommended to compare them carefully before exchanging.
- In Hong Kong, most stores accept credit cards. However, there are cases where only cash is accepted, such as at stalls or in taxis, so it is recommended to use both cards and cash.

Tips

・There is a custom of giving tips.
・There are no strict rules, but a tip is usually around 10% of the bill. When dining at a restaurant, a 10% service charge is added to the bill, so it is common to leave about 5% in cash.
・Tips are also given to hotel porters or when receiving special services.

Public Safety

・There are no particularly unsafe areas in Hong Kong, but the risk of pickpocketing or scams increases in crowded places and tourist attractions.
・Always keep your valuables close, avoid walking alone at night, and ignore strangers who approach you.

Clothing

・Hong Kong has four seasons, so appropriate clothing for each season is recommended.
・Spring: It is warm during the day, but it can get chilly at night, so something to wear over your clothes is necessary.
・Summer: It gets quite humid, but indoor air conditioning is very strong, so it's reassuring to have a light cardigan or scarf for cooling.
・Autumn and Winter: Outerwear is essential.

Things You Should Bring

・Stomach medicine, cold medicine, mobile battery, tissues, wet tissues, insect repellent items, sun protection items, etc.

Visa availability and arrangements

・Japanese nationals do not need to obtain a visa for stays of up to 90 days for tourism, general business, diplomatic, or official purposes.
・You will need to present a type of ticket that proves your departure upon entry.

Required vaccinations

・There are no mandatory requirements for travel.
・Vaccinations for Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Typhoid, Japanese Encephalitis, and Rabies are not mandatory but are recommended.