Are you planning a great vacation this year or the next? Whether you are traveling alone, with your family, friends or your special someone, Japan is definitely one of the unique destinations that you can go to. Let this article point you to the best places to see in Japan.
If you are not that familiar with Japan, then you should know that it is an archipelago with 6,852 islands. On its largest island can be found its capital, Tokyo City which is also the most populated urban area in Japan and among the top in the world. Having said that, the country has an estimated 127 million population.
Listed below are some of the best places to visit in Japan almost all year round.
Mt. Fuji
Standing at 12,389 feet Mt. Fuji is the highest mountain in this country. While it is still considered an active volcano, however it last erupted in 1707. Mt. Fuji is a popular landmark and one of the primary icons which most foreigners are familiar with. So what can you do there aside from stare at its magnificence? You can climb it just like the hundreds of thousands of climbers that do the same every year. In fact in 2009 alone, an estimated 300,000 people climbed Mt. Fuji. The best months to climb are from July to August.
Itsukushima Shrine
It is popularly known as Miyajima. It is a Shinto shrine that can be found on the Itsukushima island. The shrine has been designated as a National Treasure by the Japanese government and has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This shrine is actually a complex with the first of its establishments erected in the 6th century. It is a unique sight to see because it was built on the bay so that it would appear to be floating in the sea.
Hot springs in Japan
The country is rich in hot springs and bathing in these springs has been considered both a tradition and as a healthy habit by the people. Onsen is the Japanese term for hot springs and among the most popular of these are: Kusatsu, Hakone, Ikaho, Minakami, Kinugawa, Nikko, Shibu, Hanamaki, Toyako, Noboribetsu, Kinosaki, Shirahama, Kurokawa, and Kirishima. All in all there are over over a hundred of these springs.
Cherry blossom festivals
The country is very popular for its beautiful and vibrant cherry blossom trees and the Japanese people have created festivals to celebrate these trees. They hold parties and markets showcasing their local traditions from the arts to the food fare. If you want to experience these festivities, better go between the months of March up to May.
Truly Japan is a very beautiful country that perhaps no other nation can match. From its delicious foods to its unique arts, from its technology to its old world traditions, there is always something great that Japan can offer to every tourist. Although there are other amazing places to see in Japan, the ones listed above should give you a good glimpse to the beauty of the land. If you cannot afford it, try some English speaking jobs in Japan for a change.
More Articles
May 30, 2011
See more in Sports Betting
