Japan

Capital City:

Tokyo

Major Cities:

Yokohama, Osaka, Nagoya, Sapporo, Kobe, Fukuoka, Kyoto

Language:

Japanese

Population:

126.8 million (2017)

Climate:

Japan’s climate has it all! It’s cold in the north, mild and temperate in the central regions, and becoming tropical on the small islands to the south.

Top Destinations:

Mount Fuji must be on anyone’s Japanese to-do list. An almost perfect snow-capped cone of 3,776 meters (12,388 ft) is synonymous with the beauty and delicacy associated with Japanese culture. Climb in a day, remember for a lifetime!

For sheer architectural perfection, you must put Himeji Castle (The White Egret Castle) on your list. This dazzling white UNESCO World Heritage site encompasses all the elegance and charm of Japanese culture.

The second largest man-made structure in Japan, the Tokyo Tower grants unmatched views of Tokyo to those brave enough to climb the tower.

The golden temple of Kyoto, the Kinkakuji Temple is one of the city’s most famous symbols. Dating back to 1397 and set by a clear pool amongst the trees, this is a true feast for your eyes.

Akihabara is Japan’s electronic haven. While you’re in Tokyo, take some time to see the cos-players browsing through endless shops for the latest gadgets and toys, and pick up a few yourself!

 

Here are Some of Japan’s Important Dates:

1^st -3^rd January- New Year’s Day

14^th January – Coming of Age Day

11^th February- National Foundation Day

21^st March- Spring Equinox

1^st May Coronation Day

22^nd June- June Solstice

11^th August Mountain Day

23rd September Autumn Equinox

3^rd November Culture Day

23^rd November Labour Thanksgiving Day

22^nd December- December Solstice

 

Facts:

The Japanese name for Japan is “Nippon” which means “Land of the Rising Sun”.

Japanese trains are almost always on time: the average delay is 18 seconds!

Japan is made up of 6,852 islands.

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