Fukuoka - Post Report Question and Answers
Are credit cards widely accepted and safe to use locally? Are ATMs common and do you recommend using them? Are they safe to use?
It is a very safe place, so I always carried cash around without a problem. ATMS have very limited hours. All post offices have ATMS with an English guide, so it is very convenient. In Japan, credit cards are accepted only in limited places, like hotels and convenience stores. Again, it is better to carry cash. Also, they have a system where when you charge something, you can either choose to pay in three installments or pay all at once. They'll ask you which you prefer, which is difficult if you don't speak the language. Just stand and smile and they'll figure it out. - Jan 2007
