This article discusses Japan's drinking age laws, alcohol consumption in Japan, what types of alcohol foreigners can drink in Japan, where to buy alcohol as a foreigner in Japan, social etiquette when drinking in Japan and Japanese drinking culture: toasts and celebrations. It is important to note that the legal drinking age is 20 years old and some establishments may require customers to show proof of their age before being served alcoholic beverages. Additionally it is important to remember social etiquette rules such as not pouring your own drink or refilling someone else's glass without their permission first when drinking with Japanese people.