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: Why Google Maps Travel Times Feel Wrong in Japan — and What to Do About It

2026/3/20 topic-digital, topic-transport

You checked Google Maps before leaving, but you're running late — even though you followed the route exactly. What happened? This page explains why Google Maps travel times can feel off in Japan, when to add extra time, and which apps locals actually use for train navigation. Why Google Maps times can feel wrong Google Maps calculates travel time based on a set of assumptions that don't always match real conditions: In practice, most travel situations in Japan involve at least one of these variables — which is why the displayed time often ends up being the minimum, not the ...

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: Public Wi-Fi in Japan Doesn’t Connect: What to Do

2026/3/1 topic-digital

If you can’t get online right now, don’t waste time retrying the same Wi-Fi. This page gives you the fastest way to get connected, plus a simple backup plan. Step-by-step: get connected in 2 minutes Emergency places to try (when you have zero data) Quick phrases (show this) Why it happens (short) Many free networks in Japan use a browser login page, short time limits, and crowded access points. It’s normal for it to connect and then fail when you actually try to load maps. Prevent it next time: eSIM or pocket Wi-Fi If you’ll use Google Maps, translation, or ...

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