Do I need to tip in Tokyo?

No. Tipping is not practiced and can occasionally be seen as confusing or rude.

How do I exchange money?

Use ATMs at 7-Eleven stores (7-Bank) to withdraw yen using your debit card. They have the best exchange rates and are ubiquitous.

Planning an Efficient Business Trip to Tokyo

Prioritize your hotel location based on the train line serving your office to avoid long commutes. Use a pre-paid Suica or Pasmo card on your phone for seamless transit, and rely on pocket Wi-Fi or an eSIM to stay connected throughout your meetings.

Map your office location. Identify the exact station nearest to your office. Tokyo is massive; if your office is in Marunouchi, stay in Chiyoda or near Tokyo Station. If it's in Shinjuku, stay on the Yamanote line or Shinjuku line.
Set up your transit card. Add a Suica or Pasmo card to your Apple or Google Wallet before you leave. You can tap your phone at every gate, bus, and even at many convenience stores without needing paper tickets.
Book reliable connectivity. Don't rely on hotel Wi-Fi alone. Purchase an eSIM (like Airalo or Ubigi) before arrival or rent a pocket Wi-Fi at the airport. You will need consistent data for navigation and messaging clients.
Schedule ground transport. For airport transfers, use the Narita Express (N'EX) or the Keisei Skyliner. For business meetings requiring a tight schedule, note that taxis are clean and professional but expensive; use the 'Go' app to hail them easily.

Do I need to tip in Tokyo?: No. Tipping is not practiced and can occasionally be seen as confusing or rude.
How do I exchange money?: Use ATMs at 7-Eleven stores (7-Bank) to withdraw yen using your debit card. They have the best exchange rates and are ubiquitous.