There will likely be free Wi-Fi available in hotels and other venues. However, for necessities like taxi travel and translation, you may need to buy a SIM card to use data. The recommended SIM cards are from: Maxis, Celcom, Digi, and U Mobile. These can be bought at international airports (though more expensive), mobile provider stores, convenience stores or online. It is best to check with your service provider about what you will need before undertaking any travel.

The telephone area code in Malaysia is +60.

Yes, free Wi-Fi will be provided at the venue.

By air: Senai International Airport is the airport of Johor. It is roughly 33.5 km from the Loon Sing, Sunway Big Box, where Nikkei Forum Medini, Johor 2025 takes place.

By air: Changi International Airport is the airport of Singapore. It is roughly 64km from the Sunway Big Box, where Nikkei Forum Medini, Johor 2025 takes place.

By bus: Buses are available from Singapore and Kuala Lumpur. It takes 1–2 hours and costs 2–10 SGD (about 2–7 USD) from Singapore, 4–5 hours and 30–40 RM (about 6–9 USD) from Kuala Lumpur.

By boat: Boats from Indonesia arrive at the Puteri Harbour International Ferry Terminal, which is 6.4 km from Sunway Big Box.

By train: Johor Bahru Sentral is the central station of Johor Bahru. If you are travelling from Singapore city, the Shuttle Tebrau, operated by Malaysia's national train operator KTM, provides daily shuttle services from Singapore's Woodlands CIQ (border checkpoint) to Johor Bahru Sentral. It is a 5-minute journey and costs about 5 SGD. If you are travelling from Kuala Lumpur, KTM provides intercity connections (Kuala Lumpur—Gemas—Johor Bahru Sentral).

By rental car: Renting a car in Malaysia is convenient. Note that Sunway Big Box has a wide space parking facility capable of accommodating up to 1,000 cars.

Ride-sharing apps: Grab is the most used ride application in Malaysia. To use the app, you need to download it, create an account, and link your payment method. Be aware that foreign transaction fees may apply depending on your card issuer.

Taxis: Fares are calculated using a taximeter based on time and distance. Typically, a taxi ride from the airport to the Sunway Big Box costs around 75 - 95 RM (about 21 -27 USD).

Yes, there are shuttle buses available and the schedule as below:

Yes, there are shuttle buses available and the schedule as below:

Click Here for Visa and Entry Requirements

All e-Visa applications have a processing charge of 105 RM (about 22 USD), and e-Visa fees depend on your country. e-Visa fees could vary from gratis to 50 RM (about 11 USD). Please refer to the link above for more details. You would also take some service charges since the exchange fees range from 8.01 to 10.00 USD.

It takes at least 2 working days to process your eVisa. Once you receive your eVisa, you need to print out the confirmation email and present it upon arrival.

There are many interesting places to visit in Johor Bahru as well as a range of shopping options to choose from, Click here for some suggestions.

Immerse yourself in the vibrant charm of Iskandar Puteri city during the Nikkei Forum Medini, Johor 2025! Take time to explore the local attractions that make this destination unique. From historic landmarks to cultural treasures, you'll have the opportunity to create lasting memories beyond the conference halls.

Discover our recommended local experiences and add an extra layer of enrichment to your journey. This section will be constantly updated to share the latest activities happening!

To start things off, you may want to check out Tourism Johor to find out all things Iskandar Puteri!

You can also download the Johor travel guide here and the Johor Bahru fun map here.

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The main emergency number in Malaysia is 999. This number can be dialed for police assistance, medical emergencies, and fire emergencies. If using your mobile, you can also dial 112, which is valid in Malaysia and is an emergency number used worldwide.

Make sure your health insurance plan provides overseas coverage or coverage in other countries and visit a local doctor or hospital for medical advice.