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Known as the Land of the Rising Sun, Japan has four seasons and a mountainous topography. There are 6.852 islands in this archipelago, with Kyushu, Shikoku, Honshu, and Hokkaido constituting its four main islands.

Mount Fuji is the most iconic tourist destination in Japan. At 3.776 meters high, it's the highest mountain in Japan. To see the beauty of this mountain, you can go to Chureito Pagoda or Tokyo Skytree.

If you want to enjoy other natural attractions, visit the Jozankei Onsen resort town to soak in a hot spring while viewing the scenic mountain valley. The sodium chloride contained in the water is believed to help cure diseases.

You can also visit many historical buildings in the Land of Cherry Blossoms, such as Meiji Shrine, Kiyomizudera Temple, Osaka Castle, and the Hiroshima Peace Memorial.

Japanese cuisine relies heavily on seafood as the main ingredient, such as in sushi and sashimi. Other must-try dishes include ramen, udon, takoyaki, and mochi. Apart from their culinary delights, the Japanese also have a tradition of drinking tea and sake, an alcoholic beverage made from fermented rice.

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Travel Tips for Japan

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Practical Tips for Japan

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What is the best season to visit Japan?

Japan is a country that has beautiful nature in every season. The spring (March-May) and the fall (September-November) are the most recommended periods to visit Japan.

In the spring, you can enjoy the scenery of sakura blooming. Meanwhile, you will be treated to pleasantly colorful brown leaves in the fall.

What is the best mode of transport to visit the attractions in Japan?

Trains are the most efficient mode of transport for travel in Japan. You can use different types of trains to suit your travel plans.

If you want to tour around a city, you can use a one-day ticket that allows you to switch stations free of charge. You can also visit several cities in Japan using the shinkansen or bullet train.

Why is Japan so popular with tourists?

Japan is an island country with eight regions divided into 47 prefectures. Each area has its own unique charm that makes it very popular with tourists.

High-rise buildings and notable historical buildings are some of the distinctive features of Japan. Additionally, Japan is known for its pop culture, such as anime, manga, and video games that are famous around the world.

What should I do as a first-time tourist in Japan?

If this is your first time visiting Japan, you should explore the mainstream attractions in Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka. These three cities offer a range of attractions that are distinct from each other.

In Tokyo, you can check out the districts famous for popular culture, such as Harajuku and Akihabara, and cross the city’s busiest crosswalk in Shibuya.

If you want to experience traditional Japan, Kyoto is the perfect destination with its Fushimi Inari-taisha, the iconic Shinto temple that became a shooting location for the film Memoirs of a Geisha.

In Osaka, you can take a photo with the famous LED Glico Man in Dotonbori while sampling the local cuisines in the area.

Where are the hot springs in Japan?

As a volcanically active country, Japan has many hot spring sources scattered throughout the country. There are 27 thousand hot springs or onsens in Japan.

One of the most famous hot spring establishments is Hakone in Kanagawa Prefecture. It is located near Mount Fuji, which provides plenty of hot spring sources.

This UNESCO World Heritage Site is not far from Tokyo, and you can reach the town within an hour and a half by taking a train from Japan’s capital city.