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Japan Tour
Although Japan is not a large country, it is studded with many tourist attractions. A Japan tour will mean sights and sounds of a unique region. Every nook and cranny of Japan has something novel to offer tourists.
Tokyo, Japan
City of Edo, now known as Tokyo, is Japan’s capitol. The metropolis of Tokyo, besides being full of modern day amenities, skyscrapers, neon lights, bullet trains, bright lights, lively streets and a variety of entertainment, offers its visitors prominent links to its historic background and culture. A visit to the country will remain incomplete if you do not see the booming capital of Japan.
Weather Japan
Southerly monsoons determine Japan’s weather to a great degree. The climate of Japan is very different from the weather of its neighbors. The southern part of the country has a much warmer climate than the north.
Japan has a climate which is moderate all year round with the exception of winter when the whole country is cold. Okinawa and southern Kyushu are the two places which retain high temperatures even in winter. June is the month when the country is hit by rain. Do not forget to enjoy the following when traveling through Japan:
- Hokkaido
Hokkaido covers 20% area of the country. This region is the highlight of any Japan tour. With its abundant greenery and bitter cold it displays an unparalleled Japanese culture. You can visit:
- Shiretoko
- Hokkaido Marsh
- Sapporo Snow Festival – every year in February
- Traditional Japanese Dances (Odori)
Another special feature of Japan is the many traditional dancing festivals in summer. Not only you can enjoy looking at these dancing processions, but become a part of them too. The famous Japanese summer dances are:
- Tokushima Prefecture - Awa Odori
- Kochi Prefecture - Yosakoi Festival
- Okinawa Prefecture - The 10,000 Eisa Dance Parade
- Japanese Castles
Japanese castles a reminiscent of Japan’s history and culture are scattered in various regions of Japan and are a must-see. You must visit these to get a peek into the past of Japan. These embodiments of Japanese glory have stone foundations and are a number of stories high. Their unique gates and safety towers will impress you immensely. The famous castles are:
- Castles for Protection against Enemies
- Nagano Prefecture - Matsumoto Castle
- Aichi Prefecture - Nagoya Castle
- Hyogo Prefecture - Himeji Castle
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Japan Map |
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Japan as seen on the map is a thin, long strip of land. The total area of Japan is slightly smaller than the state of California. The population that inhabits the country is almost 26 million, which is nearly half the population of the entire United States.
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places to visit in Japan |
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Japan or Nippon, as it is known in Japanese, is literally called ‘the land of the rising sun’. Located between the Pacific Ocean and the Sea of Japan, this country offers its visitors plenty of places to visit and things to do. Though its total land mass is 377,835 sq km, it includes 3,091 km² of territorial waters as well.
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Thing to do in Japan |
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There are many things that you can do while in Japan. The activities that are available for you are numerous. Not all of them are available for a price, as some of them come for free. This depends on where you stay as well and what places you visit here. Indeed, there are a great many things to see and a whole lot that you can do. |
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Tips for visiting in Japan |
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The most important question that arises is when to visit Japan. The answer is very simple; any time is a good time to visit Japan. The only thing is that you should know if you would rather holiday in one season more than in another. Although Japan has four seasons, we can sum up the seasons as follows: cold, very hot and pleasant. |
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Japan history |
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Japan is best known as the country of Islands. Japan’s History dates back to 13000 BC. Early settlers of Japan were fishermen and hunters – they were basically gatherers. The period of 13000 BC to 300 BC is known as Jomon Period, named after the pottery of this time.
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Japan culture |
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One of the main highlights of your Japan tour should be getting to know Japanese culture firsthand. It is a unique and rich culture which will impress and entertain you at the same time. It is a potpourri of a variety of cultures and its own. Japan at present exhibits a singular blend of Asian and Western cultures. |
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unseen Japan |
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Most visitors are thrilled by the sights of modern day Japan while they travel by the bullet trains, see the sky scrappers and illuminations on this island country.
The unseen Japan remains unexplored by millions touring this country as they get lost in the modern day amenities that are offered to the travelers |
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Japan Hotels & Resorts: |
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Discount Hotels in japan |
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When you come to Japan, there are a number of hotels that you can stay at. Some of these hotels are given below. These hotels are ones that are not too far from the airports and railway stations and not too far from places that are worth visiting. Although the prices have been mentioned in USD.
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japan resorts |
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| This is a resort with all the modern facilities available in the beautiful area of Furano area. One of the main attractions at this resort is golf; it is played during the summer months. During the winter season this resort offers skiing to its valued guests. During the seasons of autumn and spring, you can enjoy a little of both. |
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