Hotel Accommodation Toptour Corporation has reserved rooms at hotels in Yokohama for the Meeting. Hotel Accommodation (PDF) General Information for Tourist Passports and Visas All persons entering Japan must have a valid passport. In addition, persons coming from certain countries must have a visa issued by a Japanese consul in their country. Please be aware that in some cases it takes more than one month to obtain a visa. For details, please inquire at your nearest Japanese Embassy or Consulate. Website :http://www.mofa.go.jp/j_info/visit/visa/index.html Currency Exchange Only Japanese yen is acceptable at stores and restaurants. You can exchange money at the airport, foreign exchange banks and other authorized exchanges upon presentation of your passport. Insurance Participants are advised to provide their own personal insurance as the organizing committee will assume no responsibility for accidents, sickness, theft or property damage. Electrical Appliances Japan operates on 100 volts for electrical appliances. The frequency is 50 Hz in eastern Japan including Yokohama. Tipping There is no custom of tipping in Japan. Instead, at places such as restaurants, bars and hotels a 10% service charge is usually added to your bill. Climate in Yokohama May is one of the best seasons for visiting Yokohama. You will be able to enjoy a comfortable stay during the conference. In May, the average daytime temperature of Yokohama is between 21.8℃ and 14.7℃.