Reasons To Visit Japan
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
From tea ceremonies and flower arrangements to lavish Geisha attended kaiseki banquets, Japanese culture is the most refined and elaborate in the world.
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Tsumago lies midway along the ancient Nakasendo Highway, the main route linking Kyoto and Edo (modern day Tokyo) in days of the Shogun. It is one of the finest traditional post towns in Japan.
Located just on the edge of town's main centre, the Daikichi is an excellent example of traditional accommodation, and one of the most conveniently located inns for exploring the Nakasendo...
A traditional inn, in the heart of Tsumago, the Fujioto Ryokan includes manicured gardens, hinoki wood baths, and wonderful food.
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