It's standard to be sent venue information on all tour dates with specifics such as stage dimensions, ceiling clearance, in-house PA and lighting, etc. Load-ins are extremely quick and organized. The Japanese Production Manager will give each local crew person a designated job at each venue, and everyone WILL know exactly what to do. It's refreshing not to hear screaming, bitching or moaning. Just quick movement and a lot of sweat.
Equipment is always well-maintained and serviced.
On occasion after soundcheck, I've had a Japanese crew member take Polaroid photos of my console, EQ settings, outboard gear settings, the backline gear and how it was set up and patched. If you're expecting to travel through Japan by tour bus, think again. Streets are extremely narrow. Tour travel is usually done on the world-famous Bullet Train, which has no ride longer than 3.5 hours. Anything longer, and it's better to fly.