Things To See In Japan
Vacationing in Japan is what usually comes to the mind of those who desire to have a remarkable adventure without spending a fortune. A visit to this culture rich country gives the same encounter tourists would have from visiting western countries. Plus, the interesting things to see in Japan are limitless.
Japan is known globally for three important things – its culture, history and technology. While Japan continues to enjoy the rewards of their efforts in technology, its natural resources remain intact. This is mainly because whatever inventions they have aim at providing ways to improve any environmental problems they might be currently facing. They are careful not to produce anything that could harm their beautiful sceneries.
The blending of the past and the present emanating in this country’s four islands, provide a great number of things to do and see in Japan. Let us first have a run-down of the top places to visit in this exciting country.
The cities of Kyoto and Nara should be the starting point of your travel if you want a clear understanding of Japan’s rich culture and history. They are a considered a national treasure as it boasts the country’s oldest temples, shrines and other conventional edifices. For sure scenes from the movie “Memoirs of A Geisha” will flash in your mind as you spend time in these cities. You can get a load of Buddhist temples too, but, they are in another place – the city of Kamakura. Kamakura was Japan’s capital city in the olden times.
Next stop for tourists vacationing in Japan are Mt. Fuji and Yokohama Bay. Mt. Fuji is the tallest mountain in Japan. In fact, it is so tall that it can be clearly seen from the capital city of Tokyo on a fog-free day. Hundreds of thousands of tourist take the risk of climbing it annually. Enjoy a view of the Tokyo Bay when you visit Yokohama. Yokohama is Japan’s second largest city and the home of the highest inland lighthouse tower in the world which is popularly known as the Yokohama Tower. Moreover, a small Chinatown that offers various Chinese delicacies is situated in this city.
If you want to experience something that’s exclusively Japanese, watch the fall of Cherry Blossoms. These pink and white florets are one of Japan’s national symbols. They usually fill the Japanese ground with a dreamy feel during the months of April and May.
For the young and the young at heart, Tokyo Disneyland would be a great stop. The different areas in this amusement park are worth every photo you will take. This Disneyland is very different from its counterparts in other countries. Every ride and structure here exudes Japan’s rich culture. Moreover, this recreational area offers jobs for foreigners in Japan.
Once you get tired visiting various attractions, engage in a Japanese Tea Ceremony which the Japanese call chakai or chaji. The authentic tea used in this can reinvigorate your tired muscles as it calms and cleanses your body. Such tea parties can be spotted in Tokyo. However, a few of them are held in Kyoto residences. You might want to ride the shinkansen or bullet train to Kyoto for a more meaningful vacationing in Japan.