Cruising Japan: 20 Things the Cruise Lines Don’t Tell You
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Expect to surrender your passport. When cruising Japan, most cruise lines collect your passport for customs processing, and you might not get it back for a few days or even longer.
Tipping is not a part of Japanese culture, and in some cases, it can be totally awkward or rude.
You got to leave room for magic. Japan kind of rewards curiosity and respect.
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