Panama
Panama Canal, modern skyline, San Blas islands, cloud forests, and USD currency for easy budgeting.
💸Estimated cost for Panama
Real-time surcharge applied (flight +15% / lodging +5%)
Elevated jet fuel + weak JPY: real prices running ~+15% vs baseline
Updated: 2026-05-16
3N4D Budget
$1,317.22〜
Hostel + self-catering
3N4D Mid
$1,429.78〜
Mid hotel + dining out
3N4D Comfort
$1,683.04〜
Upscale hotel + tours
* Rough estimate: round-trip from Tokyo ¥184,000 + local costs. Actual prices vary widely by season
Local time · Panama City
14:44
Mon · 2026-07-06
vs your local +0h
Your time: 14:44 (Mon)
Quick Facts
Entry & Visa
* Information for Japanese passport holders. Other nationalities may differ.
Visa-free for Japanese (180 days).
Visa
Not required
Max stay
180 days
Passport
6 months
💬 Language
Spanish official. English in Panama City business/tourism.
🚆 Transport
Metro in Panama City. Domestic flights. Buses. Water taxis to islands.
💳 Payment
Uses USD. Cards widely accepted. ATMs everywhere.
📋 Travel Basics
Tropical. Panama Canal is engineering marvel. San Blas islands are paradise. Modern city contrasts with indigenous Guna culture.
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✓ Last checked: 2026-07-06Source last updated: 2025-12-10
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