Jetstar Japan Review 2025: What You Need to Know

Last week, my husband and I flew to Japan for our honeymoon. During our honeymoon, we visited Tokyo and Hokkaido. From Narita International Airport, we flew to New Chitose Airport with Jetstar Japan. It was actually our first time flying with this airline.

Touch down New Chitose Airport, Hokkaido, Japan

About Jetstar Japan 

Jetstar Japan is a budget airline based in Japan. It started in 2012 as a partnership between Jetstar Airways (an Australian budget airline), Japan Airlines (JAL), and the Mitsui Group. Jetstar Japan offers both domestic and international flights, mainly within Asia.

A321 Neo flight from New Chitose Airport to Narita Airport.

How was flying with Jetstar Japan?

Although it's a low-cost carrier (LCC), the seat was quite spacious. In addition to the regular airplane tray table, it also has a device holder on top, which makes it convenient for charging your phone or watching movies on your cell phone (a smart idea).

What’s more?

This airline is quite strict when it comes to luggage weight. At the boarding gate, before you can board the aircraft, a group of staff will weigh your hand-carry bags. They strictly enforce the 7kg limit, and if your bag exceeds that weight, you’ll have to pay an additional fee.

I actually saw some fellow travelers who had to pay 5,000 yen after the staff weighed and checked their hand-carry bags, which exceeded the 7kg limit.

Note: As a couple who loves traveling, we always make sure to have a portable scale with us to check both our checked and hand-carry luggage. So, I’d recommend that you guys get one too to avoid excess baggage.

The photo on the left shows the situation where staff are checking carry-on baggage.
After checking, they’ll put a sticker on your bag, just like mine on the left.

Note: Small bags are also checked.

Additionally, their self-check-in and self-bag drop service is very efficient. Plus, their staff are very kind on board. My husband and I flew from New Chitose Airport to Narita Airport on the night of Valentine’s Day, and they gave us a Valentine’s treat.

The Self-Bag Drop and Self-Check-in Area.

Note: As a low-cost carrier (LCC), the airline does not offer a free
checked baggage allowance. Therefore, my husband and I purchased
a 20kg baggage allowance for each of us prior to the trip.

The Valentine's Candy Treat from Jetstar Japan and the freebies
we received: two boxes of KitKat chocolates and two bottles of
green tea (one for me and one for my husband). Thank you Jetstar!

How's their food?

Just like with any other low-cost carrier (LCC), there are no free meals. However, my husband ordered meals for both of us in advance (thank you so much, hubs). So far, the food has been good.

Would I recommend flying with Jetstar Japan?

Definitely! This airline offers good services for an LCC. Plus, during our flight, we didn’t experience any delays or canceled flights. It was on time (I guess it's one of the most important things when flying with an airline).

Note: Sometimes, flights to Hokkaido are delayed or canceled due to heavy snowstorms.

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How To Apply For A Japan Multiple-Entry Visa

For those who are new to this blog, my husband (my long-time partner, who proposed in front of Mt. Fuji and is now my husband) and I went to Japan in 2024. In my previous blog, I shared a step-by-step guide on how to get a Japan tourist visa (for those traveling purely as tourists, without family or a sponsor). Now, I’m going to share tips on how to get a Japan Multiple-Entry VISA.

This photo was taken on January 28, 2024, the day we arrived at Narita Airport.

Here’s the guide to getting a Japan Multiple-Entry VISA:

1. Requirements / Documents Needed

It's essentially the same set of requirements I mentioned in my previous blog post. However, for the multiple-entry visa application, there is an additional form that must be submitted: the "Request for Multiple-Entry Temporary Visitor Visa."

2. Bank Certificate

The bank certificate is still required, but this time, higher figures are needed to qualify, as the embassy will check if your funds are sufficient for frequent travel to Japan.

Note: Last year, we intentionally didn’t apply for a multiple-entry visa since it was my first time visiting Japan (though not for my husband).

3. Additional Necessary Documents

Listed are some other documents needed to prove your eligibility for a multiple-entry visa.

• Used visas / entry stamps

• Tax Payment Certificate

• Employment certificate with employment period, salary, and position indicated (for employed individuals)

• Proof of actual tax payment, in addition to the BIR Tax Payment Certificate form, Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), Certificate of Business Name Registration and Mayor's Permit from City Hall (for business owners) 

and more

Click this link to view the detailed requirements: Click Here

4. Best Travel Agency

For us, the best agency is Friendship Tours.  Their staff is very accommodating, and they don’t mind answering a lot of queries. We highly recommend it.

• Friendship Tours Website

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• Cost: 

₱ 1,200 for Single-entry VISA

₱ 1,500 for Multiple-entry VISA

Kindly refer to my previous blog for more information: Click Here

At Omoide Yokocho, Shinjuku, Tokyo.

Additional tip: It's best to submit your documents before the holiday season. Based on our experience, we submitted ours just before the Christmas holidays and received our visas in the first week of January.

Lastly, as I mentioned in my previous blog, nobody can guarantee your Japan visa approval (not even your travel agency, travel agent, etc.).

Note: As of February 2025, obtaining a tourist visa for Japan has become more stringent in certain aspects due to the recent increase in travel to the country. In response, Japan is working to simplify the process, leading to some changes.

• Limited Visa Slots

• Longer Processing Times

• More Documentation and Scrutiny

• Agency and Application Limits

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Things We Learned as First-Time Homeowners

Living together as husband and wife in your own house can be both overwhelming and, at the same time, require a lot of adjustments. Let me share some of the things we learned as first-time homeowners who recently got married.

"Home is the starting place of love, hope, and dreams." — Unknown

Here are the things we learned:

1. Your house is your safe space

Your house is your safe space. Make sure you and your spouse decide together on the small details of your home, such as the house color, countertops, dining table, etc.

2. House chores are divided into two

As a couple who live without any help to do the chores, it's essential to divide them. For example, if I do the cooking, my husband does the dishes. This might not apply to everyone, but communication is key. I'm lucky to have a husband who doesn't let me do all the chores.

3. Take turns in spending

Even when we were still dating, we practiced this. Now that we are married, we continue the same practice. For instance, since my husband bought our dining table, stove, etc., I’m in charge of buying the plates, spoons, etc. For us, taking turns in spending on household items is essential for a harmonious living situation. Not doing so can lead to burnout and stress.

4. Clean eating is a must

Now that we have our own house, we've set rules for balanced eating. For instance, instead of relying too much on canned goods and processed foods, we make time to buy vegetables and fruits, and we also try to exercise on the treadmill. Clean eating can be difficult when you’re living on your own, especially since the temptation to buy fast food and ready-to-eat meals is higher when both of you are busy with day-to-day work.

5. Date day is a must

Though you live together under the same roof, a date day is still essential to keep the spark alive in your relationship. Date days help you reconnect and provide an opportunity to break away from the daily routine.

Special thanks to dear Rhea for this awesome wedding gift: the coffee machine.

Lastly, we have a golden rule in our house: "Happy spouse, happy house." Our married life isn’t perfect, but we always pray to keep God at the center of our marriage.

Staycation At JPark Island Resort & Waterpark Cebu

To celebrate my little sister's birthday, my mom, little sister, husband, and I had a staycation at JPark Island Resort & Waterpark Cebu. It was actually our first time visiting the place, and we are grateful to Kuya Jim (my husband's cousin, who was our official photographer on our wedding day) for the opportunity, as we were able to take advantage of this amazing experience.

I don't have everything in life, but having this blessing (the gift of family,
love & to be loved, amazing people) makes me feel rich. I'm beyond grateful for it.

Flexing you all my super amazing sister
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What Makes Jpark So Amazing?

While there are many places in Cebu for a staycation, Jpark is unequivocally amazing as it offers plenty of activities. Jpark is perfect for family getaways, providing ample space and a variety of water activities suitable for both children and adults.

1. Water Activities

Great water activities that both kids and adults would truly enjoy: Waterpark Attractions, Beach Activities, Water Sports, and even Poolside Activities.

My husband and sister are both enjoying the water
activities, including the slides and more.

Here's my sister and me enjoying the pool.

2. Recreational Area

There's an amazing thematic and recreational area for kids – their Pororo Park. If you have kids, I highly recommend including the Pororo Park entrance fee in your budget, or even staying at their Pororo Suite; your children will surely love it.

3. Restaurants

There are numerous restaurants to satisfy your cravings after a relaxing day at the beach. You can choose to dine by the beach, by the pool, or even in the hotel dining area.

Left: By the beach; Right: By the pool 
Note: There's more, but these are the only pictures I have.

4. Beautiful Place

An aesthetically beautiful place that offers a great option to enjoy both the pool and the beach.

5. Breakfast

Great breakfast options with its vast cuisine choices, including Japanese, Korean, Filipino, and more.

Note: There's more, but these are the only pictures I have.

Lastly, their rooms are so amazing, and the aesthetics remind me of the hotel we stayed at in Japan.

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Things You Should Know Before Going to Tokyo Disneyland

Disneyland is magical to most women who grew up watching Disney movies, and visiting any of the Disney parks around the world is truly magical.

Tokyo Disneyland January 2024 (Japan VISA Guide: Click Here)

So, here's a tip for all the Disney Princess fans before going to Tokyo Disneyland.

1. Best Time to Arrive

The queue is very long in the morning, so it's better not to arrive too early. In our case, we ate at a Sushi Train restaurant first. Hehe!

We arrived at around 12:30 PM. By then, there were no more lines, and we arrived just in time to see the characters come out.

Omg! I'm crying. Mickey and Minnie Mouse are two of my favorite characters.
My younger self is beyond happy to be here (insert tears of joy).

2. Internet Access

It's a good idea to have internet access to stay updated on the schedule, especially for rides.

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3. Grand Parade and Fireworks Schedule

If you'd like to watch the Grand Parade, it's best to find a good viewing spot at least 30 minutes before the scheduled time. Also, the time interval between the Grand Parade and the fireworks is about 1 to 2 hours—plenty of time to buy some food and refreshments. To be on the safe side, make sure to secure your food in advance, as the restaurant lines are very long at dinner time, and you'll be late if you wait too long.

Jasmine and Aladdin in the Tokyo Disneyland Electrical Parade Dreamlights (Grand Parade)

Note: There are many restaurants in Tokyo Disneyland. In our case, we bought food at Tomorrowland Terrace for takeout and ate in front of the Disney Castle, as we wanted to watch the fireworks while eating hamburgers.

4. Tickets

If you're just curious about Tokyo Disneyland, you can buy a ticket after 6 PM, and the ticket price will be lower than the original price.

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Note: The budget-friendly "After 6 Passport" option at Tokyo Disneyland is available on select weekdays. This discounted ticket allows guests to enter the park after 6 PM at a lower price, making it perfect for those who want to experience the magical evening ambiance and catch nighttime shows without paying for a full-day ticket.

Keep in mind, however, that this pass may not be offered during peak seasons or high-demand periods, so be sure to check the Tokyo Disneyland website for the latest ticket options and availability.

5. Accessories and Merchandise 

Accessories and merchandise are expensive inside the park, so it's better to buy them beforehand and bring them with you.

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Also, tripods are not allowed inside the premises of Tokyo Disneyland. I'm not sure if this rule applies to all Disney theme parks, as this is my first time visiting. Based on my experience at Universal Studios Singapore, tripods are actually allowed there.

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