
Green rolling hills, lively pubs, rich literary heritage, and some of the friendliest people you'll meet. Cliffs of Moher and Wild Atlantic Way.
Elevated jet fuel + weak JPY: real prices running ~+15% vs baseline
Updated: 2026-05-16
* Rough estimate: round-trip from Tokyo ¥184,000 + local costs. Actual prices vary widely by season
Visa-free for Japanese passport holders (up to 90 days). Note: Ireland is NOT in the Schengen area.
English and Irish (Gaeilge) are official. English is the everyday language for everyone.
Dublin has DART rail and Luas tram. Bus Éireann for intercity. Rental car best for Wild Atlantic Way. Driving on the left.
Cards and contactless widely accepted. Cash at some traditional pubs. Euro zone. ATMs available.
Mild, rainy climate (bring rain gear always). Tap water safe. Pub culture is central. Driving on narrow rural roads requires caution. Very friendly people.
* Approximate. Actual exchange includes fees.
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