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Reasons To
Visit Japan

  • City life

    Modern and exciting cities make up much of the Japanese landscape, encapsulated by sleek bullet trains, flashing neon lights and dizzying skyscrapers. Scratch the surface to find hidden temples, preserved samurai quarters and local markets.

    City life

  • Food

    From delicate sashimi to prime grade steaks washed down with a local beer or a cup of hot sake, every mouthful you try in Japan will certainly be memorable and more often than not, delicious.

    Food

  • Ryokan accommodation

    A stay in a Japanese ryokan inn is an unbeatable opportunity to experience true Japanese hospitality, including kaiseki cuisine, hot onsen baths and sleeping on a tatami mat.

    Ryokan accommodation

  • Scenery

    Although the image of Japan is that of skyscrapers and flashing neon, most of the country is rural, rugged and mountainous, providing excellent walking and hiking in the summer and skiing in the winter.

    Scenery

  • Temples & shrines

    Kyoto alone has over 1600 Buddhist temples and 400 Shinto shrines paying homage to a number of different deities and gods. Enter the through the large torii gate and contemplate.

    Temples & shrines

  • Traditional culture

    From tea ceremonies and flower arrangements to lavish Geisha attended kaiseki banquets, Japanese culture is the most refined and elaborate in the world.

    Traditional culture

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Accommodation in Japan: Iwaso Ryokan

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Iwaso Ryokan

Miyajima Island

The Iwaso Ryokan is a beautiful ryokan, surrounded by woods or Momijidani, the maple tree park, which is a sea of colour in spring and autumn.

The Inn is a 10 minute walk south of Itsukushima Shrine. The ryokan receives many foreign guests, and this is reflected in its inclusion of more convenient amenities such as western-style chairs and lifts along with its traditional Japanese furnishings. Many of the rooms have lovely views of the surrounding woodland, and the peaceful atmosphere allows for an extremely relaxing stay.

There is a wonderful large bathhouse and the owners are extremely helpful and friendly. Vegetarians are welcome.

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