The country of the rising sun, Japan , very harmoniously combines modernity and national traditions . Here mirror skyscrapers can coexist with gates of spirits and ancient pagodas, cozy ryokany - with five-star hotels , baths ofuro - with advanced spa-centers. Many tourists in Japan are attracted by an incredible mix of achievements of the West and the heritage of the East. Recently, international inbound tourism in Japan is developing at an accelerated pace.
The best time to relax in Japan
One of the most successful periods for visiting Japan is spring. At this time, it is time for khans - the season of admiring flowers. You can see the beautiful blooming cherry on the islands from March until May. After that, the plum blooms, the flowers of which have a more pleasant aroma.
For fans of flowers from the end of May, the season of azalea, siba-zakura, wisteria and other equally beautiful plants begins. From June to the end of July in Japan comes the rainy season. Wet weather together with the high temperature of air, which during this period rises above + 30 ° C, will make a trip to the Land of the Rising Sun not particularly pleasant.
Autumn holiday in Japan is especially comfortable. The heat at this time subsides, the rains cease, and the temperature drops somewhat. In October-November, it's time for the Momiji, which in Japanese means "admiring the scarlet and yellow maple".
In the winter before the New Year , it's rather difficult to navigate in Japan, as many people go to holidays to their native places or simply travel. This should be taken into account if you decide to visit the country in the winter months. As the climate in different parts of the country is significantly different, then the types of tourism in Japan are very diverse.
Japan - vacation at sea
The beach season here begins with the Sea Day, which the Japanese celebrate on the third Monday of July. The bathing time ends on August 15, as later the poisonous jellyfish appear in the sea. In Japan, there are many places for beach recreation:
- Miyazaki is considered one of the best Japanese beaches . It is located in the eastern part of the island of Kyushu. These places are not very large and very beautiful. Clean sand, warm sea Hyuga, evergreen camphor trees will make recreation here pleasant and relaxing.
- Beaches Kume - a favorite holiday destination for all Japanese and guests of the country. The volcanic island on which they are located, overgrown with pineapple trees and sugar cane. On the beaches of Kume there is a fine infrastructure with restaurants, hotels and sports and entertainment centers. Fans of water sports are given the opportunity to go surfing, diving or water skiing.
- Beaches of Akajima are in the group of islands of Kerama . A few clean, clean places with white sand attract not only sunbathing and bathing, but also favorite diving . The underwater world is inhabited by many inhabitants who live among coral reefs.
- Tenzin is located on the shore of Lake Inavasiro, on the banks of which there are many sanatoria. Here come to rest even in winter: strong waves, freezing, form bizarre sculptures of ice.
- The best beach holiday in Japan is a trip to Okinawa - the largest island of the archipelago. In this kingdom of eternal summer, there are excellent places for diving. Many hotels here are focused on recreation in Japan with children.
Excursion holidays in Japan
If you are planning a vacation in Japan in 2017, then you should get acquainted with the sights of the country and go on an excursion to the famous places. Here you can offer a lot of different tours, among which there are some:
- a tour of Tokyo includes an inspection of the skyscrapers of the capital, then one can visit one of the most beautiful Japanese parks Shinjuku-gueen , once belonging to the imperial family. The guide will guide you through the ancient temple Buddhist complex Sansoji (Asakusa) ;
- It will be interesting to visit the island of Odaiba , which is famous for its thermal springs complex. In addition, the tour includes a visit to the Toyota exhibition center , and from the tall Ferris wheel you can admire the opening views of the island itself, as well as the capital;
- an oceanarium is located on an artificial island. Here you can see a show with white dolphins and fur seals. Visiting the city-port of Yokohama , you will visit the highest skyscraper in Japan, the Landmark Tower, whose height reaches 300 m;
- the excursion program to Hakone Park includes a visit to the Valley of Geysers of Ovakudani , which is located at the foot of Mount Fuji . Going on a cruise on a pirate ship on the mountain lake Asi , you can see the torii installed in the water - the ritual gate to the Japanese temple.
Gastronomic tourism in Japan
The Japanese people are very proud of their national culinary traditions. Those who dream to try unique delicacies can safely go to this distant Asian country. The Japanese are adherents of healthy food, which, perhaps, lies in the secret of their longevity. The main ingredient of all dishes of Japanese cuisine is rice. Here you will be treated with such culinary delights as shiitake mushrooms, fugu fish dishes, pickled insects, fried locusts, jam with bee grubs and many others.
Going to a culinary tour of the country, you can visit Osaka , Tokyo, Tango Peninsula and its shrine crab Kani-kani jinja. In Japan, many culinary festivals are held annually, for example, November is known for the mushroom holiday, and on the eve of the New Year special rice cakes are baked around the country. In February, contests are held, where participants are invited to collect and eat the scattered beans. The Japanese believe that this will bring them luck for the coming year.
Ski resorts in Japan
On the popular and fashionable today, the Japanese ski resort Naeba attracts many fans of this sport. On the slopes of Mount Takenoko competitions are held on alpine skiing and snowboarding both local and international importance. It will be interesting to actively relax for beginners and professionals, adults and children. On the island of Hokkaido there are several other popular ski resorts: Niseko , Furano . The best time for active recreation here is from December to March.
Many tourists like to relax in Japan in hot springs - onsen. The Japanese consider such bathing a religious ritual, a kind of treatment and just a treat. Onsen are artificial and natural, closed and open, with warm and even boiling water, to which hydrogen sulphide or pleasantly smelling herbs are added.
What should a tourist know in Japan?
Japan is one of the safest countries in the world. Here you can walk the streets at a later time and not be afraid for your life. If you have lost something, contact the police: in most cases, the loss is found and returned to the owner. Tipping in Japan is not done: any service personnel simply will not take them. And in restaurants and hotels an additional 5-10% are included in the bill.
The Japanese are a very clean nation. When you come to a private house, a temple or a hotel (a rekan), you have to take off your street shoes and put on slippers, and in their absence you should stay in your socks or stockings. The same is done in many Japanese restaurants. Do not even throw small debris onto the sidewalk - there are special urns or containers for this.