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THINGS TO DO IN JAPAN
THINGS TO LEARN TO ENJOY YOUR STAY IN JAPAN
explore Japan APRIL 2020
BY AUSTEEN ORDOYO
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05 Popular Foods in Japan
23 Reasons why to visit Japan
05 Learn more about the Japanese Culture
22 Tourist Spots to visit in Japan
18 Things to do to enjoy one's stay in Japan
22 Discover affordable and uncrowded places
25 Traditions and Cultures
27 Tips before visiting Japan
25 Why one must visit Japan
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Why go to Japan? Japan offers a lot of beautiful places. There are a lot of popular and unique, of the beaten track destinations that you should include in your itinerary. This means there is so much to explore and there really is something for anybody! From nature, such as beautiful blue ponds, waterfalls and bamboo forests to culture, with amazing temples and shrines. Japan has more amazing food than only ramen or sushi! For instance, try the Okonomiyaki pancakes, made with cabbage and topped with a variety of options. This can be anything from meat to seafood! Other food to try in Japan are Soba noodles, Yakiniku barbecue, Tempura, Sukiyaki, Yakitori and much, much more‌
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Japan, island country lying off the east coast of Asia. It consists of a great string of islands in a northeast-southwest arc that stretches for approximately 1,500 miles (2,400 km) through the western North Pacific Ocean. Tokyo Tower is both an active broadcasting facility and an ideal spot for travelers to take in the dazzling cityscape below. The structure's modernist charm can be appreciated from the outside as it lights up at night, but the real thrill comes as you climb to the top to catch dynamic views of the city. Are you a sucker for architecture? Well, in Japan you can find beautiful architecture. Especially the traditional Japanese style is unique and very aesthetically pleasing. You’ll definitely enjoy the castles, temples and shrines.
One of our favourite places in Japan is Mount Fuji. It’s such an iconic landmark and an Cultural Site on the UNESCO’s World Heritage List. It’s possible to enjoy the beauty of Mount Fuji from different places, and you can also climb Mount Fuji. One of the most popular times to visit Japan is during spring. This is, of course, because of the amazing pink cherry blossoms that cover the streets. But not only the trees start to blossom when spring approaches, everything else in Japan turns into “sakura” mode. Think fake cherry blossom flowers in stores, cherry blossom drinks and even food.
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Tips before visiting Japan 1. TAKE AN INTERNATIONALLY RUN FLIGHT IF YOU CAN. We always plan for delays and try not to get upset when things inevitably go wrong. Patience is extremely important when traveling! 2. BRING CASH AND A WAY TO GET MORE. About a week or so before each trip, I make a mental list of items I don’t want to forget — which I WILL forget if I don’t write them down. I’ve learned that when I think of something, I need to write it down. 3. LEARN COMMON PHRASES OF JAPANESE LANGUAGE. A simple “Please,” “Thank you,” and “I’m sorry” in the japanese language goes a long way. 4. DON’T FORGET AN EXTRA CAMERA BATTERY (OR TWO) Have you ever gotten to that epic sunset photo spot and realized your camera battery is dead and you don’t have a back up? I try to bring at least three camera batteries on all of our trips so that we don’t miss out on that perfect shot. 5. ALWAYS BRING A SARONG Sarongs can be used as a wrap when you are cold, a towel, a curtain, or a piece of clothing that can be worn dozens of different ways. Solid colors are great, but if you want something that stands out, I love this sarong. 6. ALWAYS BUY TRAVEL INSURANCE A medical emergency can wipe out your savings — or even worse. We use and trust World Nomads for travel insurance. EXPLORE / APRIL 2020 5
This list can go on and on. There is so much to see, so much to do and it’s such a unique country. Trust me, Japan really should be on your list!
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Austeen Ordoyo EXPLORE / APRIL 2020