Travel comparison
Japan vs Singapore
A side-by-side look at the practical travel essentials for Japan and Singapore — power, safety, money and getting around — so you can plan or choose between them quickly.
Quick answer
Traveling between Japan and Singapore, you will need a plug adapter, and a voltage converter is likely needed for single-voltage appliances.
| Detail | Japan | Singapore |
|---|---|---|
| Power plug | Type A/B | Type G |
| Voltage | 100V | 230V |
| Frequency | 50/60Hz | 50Hz |
| Emergency (general) | 110 (police) / 119 (fire & ambulance) | 999 (police) / 995 (ambulance & fire) |
| Police | 110 | 999 |
| Ambulance | 119 | 995 |
| Tap water | Generally safe | Generally safe |
| Driving side | Left | Left |
| Currency | Japanese Yen (JPY, ¥) | Singapore Dollar (SGD, $) |
| Dialing code | +81 | +65 |
| Time zone | UTC+9 (JST) | UTC+8 (SGT) |
| Best season | Spring and autumn are the classic seasons, with cherry blossoms from late March to April and foliage in October to November. June is rainy in many regions, and midsummer can be hot and humid. | Singapore is warm and humid year-round. February to April is often a comfortable window for sightseeing, while November to January can be wetter. Indoor attractions and evening plans help manage heat at any time of year. |
Full brief
Japan travel essentials
Plugs, emergency numbers, tap water, tipping and more for Japan.
Full brief
Singapore travel essentials
Plugs, emergency numbers, tap water, tipping and more for Singapore.