JAPAN - THE LAND OF THE RISING SUN


Japan is a [Shimaguni] – an island country, consisting of four main islands Hokkaido, Honshu, Shikoku, and Kyushu as well as thousands of smaller ones including Okinawa. The Japanese names for Japan are Nihon and Nippon, literally mean the sun’s origin and are beautifully translated as the Land of the Rising Sun.

Japan is a fascinating land of contrasts, a headly mix of tradition and modernity that often bewilders but never bores. Nowhere in the world blends the old and new quite like Japan. The speed of new technological developments here is matched only by the longevity of its ancient customs and traditions. The country is a pioneer in the fields of design, technology, fashion and cuisine. You can set your watch by the trains, eat meals that look like works of contemporary art and relieve yourself in the most technologically advanced toilets on the planet.

Paradoxically, Japan’s embrace of the cutting edge is offset by its revered cultural traditions and celebrated historic achievements. Crumbling castles, atmospheric Buddist temples, Shinto shrines and fascinating festivals are never far away, with historic highlights including the striking Himeji Castle and Kyoto’s iconic Temple of the Golden Pavillion.

If you love nature you will love Japan, a country swathed in natural beauty too. Ski the powdery slopes of Hokkaido, revel in the springtime beauty of the sakura cherry blossoms, frolic in the sun-drenched beaches and turquoise waters of subtropical Okinawa, or clime up the iconic Mount Fuji. Wherever you go, delightful food is guaranteed from fresh sushi and sashimi to robata-fired meats and sizzling sauces. Japan is a joy for gastronomes.

Whatever version of Japan you want to discover, rest assured that a vacation to this spellbinding country will provide you with inspiring memories to last a lifetime.

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The land of Japan is long and narrow, running north to south. The difference in temperatures between Hokkaido in the North and Okinawa in the South can be as much as 40 degrees celcius in winter. The distinct differences in climatic conditions from season to season allow people to enjoy beautiful natural vistas throughout the year. The changing of the four seasons has fostered a unique sensibility among Japanese people that has been the foundation of the nation’s original culture since ancient times. They have passed down the tradition of reflecting the taste of each season within their food and daily life, and enjoy the seasonal accents through events such as [Hanami] – Cherry Blossom Viewing in Spring and [Momiji-gari] – Scarlet Maple Leaves Viewing in Autumn.

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