
Small, wealthy sultanate on Borneo. Stunning mosques, rainforest, and a unique water village. Alcohol is banned.
Elevated jet fuel + weak JPY: real prices running ~+15% vs baseline
Updated: 2026-05-16
* Rough estimate: round-trip from Tokyo ¥92,000 + local costs. Actual prices vary widely by season
Visa-free for Japanese passport holders (up to 14 days).
Malay is official. English widely spoken and used in education and business.
Small country — most places reachable by car. Taxis and ride-hailing available. Water taxis to water village. No rail system.
Cash and cards accepted. ATMs available. No alcohol sales — this is a dry country under Sharia law.
Tropical, hot and humid year-round. Alcohol is banned (can bring limited amounts for personal use). Dress modestly. Very safe and clean.
* Approximate. Actual exchange includes fees.
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