Visa guidance · direct flights · cost in JPY · insurance + language notes · best season. Built for Asia-Pacific patients planning a residential Panchakarma course.
Verify current requirements on the official Indian visa portal before applying — visa rules can change.
| Visa | Duration | Eligibility | Fee (USD) | Processing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| e-Tourist Visa | 30 / 90 | Japanese passport holders | $25 | 3 days |
| e-Ayush Visa | 60 / 120 | For AYUSH treatment | $80 | 5 days |
Kerala has 4 international airports — Kochi (COK), Trivandrum (TRV), Calicut (CCJ), and Kannur (CNN). Direct flights from Japan land mainly at COK + TRV.
Narita (NRT) (NRT) 1 stop
Via Singapore, Bangkok or Delhi; 1 stop, ~12h
Haneda (HND) (HND) 1 stop
Via Singapore or KL; 1 stop
Kansai (KIX) (KIX) 1 stop
Via Singapore, Bangkok or HKG; 1 stop
Airport → centre. Most classified Panchakarma centres arrange complimentary or paid pickup from the nearest airport. Typical drive times: COK→Kottayam 1h, COK→Thrissur 1h 30m, TRV→Kollam 1h 30m, CCJ→Wayanad 2h, CCJ→Kottakkal 1h. Confirm at booking.
Static conversion at 1 JPY ≈ ₹0.55. Exchange rates vary — confirm before quoting your booking.
JPY cards via Razorpay; some centres prefer USD conversion. Bring some USD cash for exchange.
English at all classified centres. Japanese-speaking liaison rare; bring a translation app for off-resort situations.
Japanese public health insurance does not cover overseas Ayurveda. Some private supplementary plans do — verify with your insurer.
Best months: October–March; Karkidaka (mid-July–August) aligns with Japanese summer.
What to pack: Light cottons; raincoat for monsoon; modest cover-ups.
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