10 Must-Have Experiences in Japan

With its unique climate and cultural traditions, Japan has many things we rarely experience. You can see "Akifushi" on the top of the snow, temples to experience the culture of Japan, museums to learn about the origins of Japanese culture or to reflect on the brutality of war, and Experience kabuki culture by watching kabuki performances. Also, you can soak in the hot spring to relax yourselves, eat Japanese specialties and go shopping. What is worth mentioning is that you can wear a kimono to attend a fireworks convention or a visual feast. Here are the top 10 things to do during your trip to Japan.

1. Visit Mount Fuji and Wait for the Sunrise

Mount Fuji is visible about a third of the year, in terms of probability, there is a better chance of sunny days in autumn and winter. Seeing Mount Fuji intact at sunrise, rather than obscured by clouds, is a visual treat. The breeze before sunrise becomes weaker at sunrise, and the reflection on the lake becomes more and more clear.

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In addition, the red light of the rising sun creates the phenomenon of "Akifushi" on the top of the snow. It is really beautiful. As for the location to photograph Mount Fuji, we recommend the estuary lake, which is easily accessible.

2. Head to Yinshan to Soak in Hot Springs

Soaking in hot springs generally has the advantages of dispelling cold, relaxing muscles, promoting blood circulation, relaxing tendons and collaterals, dilating blood vessels and speeding up metabolism. Why specifically mention going to Yinshan Hot spring? Because the moment you set foot on Onsen Street, you will absolutely travel to ancient times, because the buildings here are wooden houses from the late Taisho to the early Showa period.

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At night, you will feel like you are entering the spirited dream world by walking through the snow on both sides of the hot spring after changing into a kimono. Then you will have the experience of soaking in a hot spring and watching scenes like a movie.

3. Admire Ancient Temples with History

Temples are a highly respected presence in Japan, and it's a great experience to visit temple buildings and to burn incense to pray for your family or to count your fortunes."Kiyomizu Temple" is a lot of people must punch the destination, it is not only the ancient temple in Japan has an unshakable position in the heart of the Japanese, but also because it is the main marriage temple, it is said that the marriage of Kiyomizu Temple sign super spirit.

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As the head of more than 2,300 Yasaka Shinto Shrines in Japan, it is also home to Gion Matsuri, Kyoto's most important festival, which is held every July. The shrine, which has a history of nearly 1,400 years, is home to many smaller shrines in addition to the Maijeon Temple, where various rituals are held, and the venerable Gion Temple.

4. Go Shopping

Japan is famous for its cosmetics. What's worth buying are cosmetics, medicines and even snacks. Also worth buying is the Electronics City, where electric toothbrushes, hair dryers, washing machines, curling irons, game machines and beauty instruments are selling like hotcakes. Bags from Japanese brands, as well as maternal and baby products, are also good buys.

5. Eat Japanese Specialties

The first is sushi, one of the most popular traditional foods in Japan, and there is a wide variety of varieties available for all tastes. Second, the salmon on the Japanese table is tender, pink and exciting to the palate. No one is unfamiliar with Doraemon's love of gong yaki, A traditional Japanese pastry especially enjoyed by children. Udon Noodles.

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It is one of the most distinctive Japanese noodles, which together with Japan's soba noodles and green tea noodles is known as Japan's three major noodles, and the most indispensable protagonist in Japanese restaurants. Tempura. This is Japan's favorite home-cooked dish, usually seafood and a variety of vegetables as raw materials, and then with unique cooking skills, cook this is an irresistible gourmet dish.

6. Enjoy thr Universal Studios

Universal Studios Japan has a variety of parent-child entertainment facilities. There are not only cartoon characters with Japanese characteristics, but also a movie theme amusement field. The Universal Studios animated movie experience is relaxing and evoking childlike innocence. There are 10 major parks including Super Nintendo World, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, New York City, Hollywood, Little Soldier Land, San Francisco, Jurassic Park, Goodwill Village, Waterworld and Universal Wonderland.

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All the facilities in the park are either shipped from the United States or custom-made to look exactly like Universal Studios. In the studio, you can play the original "Jurassic Park," "Indiana Jones," and "Back to the Future," as well as watch star performances.

7. Check the Museums with Your Interest

The Tokyo National Museum, founded in 1872, is the oldest and largest museum in Japan. The museum is divided into five exhibition halls: Omikyungwan, Toyo Hall, Heisei Hall, and Horyuji Temple Treasure Hall, and data hall. It displays many Japanese national treasures and important cultural relics that can be seen in Japanese textbooks. The second recommendation is the National Museum of Science. It is the most representative museum and the only national science museum in Japan. The National Museum of Science, which was founded in 1877, has a wide range of collections of animals, plants, fungi, minerals, fossils, human bones, and scientific and technological materials. The museum is divided into the "Japan Hall," which displays scientific records related to the history of the Japanese islands, and the "Earth Hall," which displays exhibits related to Earth's evolution such as dinosaur specimens. Thirdly, the Nagasaki Museum is also worth visiting. It is one of the few museums in Japan with a theme of foreign exchange history. The exhibition consists of three permanent exhibitions, namely, Nagasaki History, Nagasaki Takata, and Overseas Cultural Exchange History, and a special planning exhibition area. The Overseas Cultural Exchange History section focuses on the history of modern convection and displays precious materials exchanged with the most frequent countries such as Portugal, the Netherlands, China and Korea. The main collection dates back to the early 17th century when the Nanman people advanced to Japan for trade, including Chinese porcelain, Western cameras, and wine-tasting sets that were unfamiliar to the Japanese at that time. You can quickly learn about Nagasaki's history and culture in the museum.

8. Wear a Kimono

Kyoto is a good place to wear kimonos and has a lot of antique buildings. Kimono classification has a coat, black sleeve, sleeve, color no ground, small lines, visit, fine, bathrobe and so on more popular have a big bathrobe it is suitable for summer wear. Size grain spring and autumn and winter are more suitable, but also the local daily kimono style, convenient action. Spring and autumn sleeves are suitable for winter, very long sleeves, usually adult or formal occasions. What should pay attention to is that waist cover headdress bag suggests choosing a more matching color.

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9. Watch a Kabuki Performance

Kabuki is a kind of drama unique to Japan and is one of the traditional arts. It is listed as an Intangible cultural property in Japan and was also taught by the United Nations in 2005 UNESCO listed it as an intangible cultural heritage. Kabuki themes generally fall into two categories: the world of aristocrats and samurai, and the life of the people. The plays can be divided into four types: "righteous doctor" and "time things", which are historical dramas that use ancient times as metaphors for the present; "World word thing" wild words, describing the life of the common people and love story plays; The dance drama, called "What I do", involves loyalty, filial piety, benevolence and justice, and educates ordinary citizens on the virtues of diligence, frugality, good deeds and punishment of evil. Actors wear detailed costumes and eye-catching makeup. In order to let the audience understand the story, their movements are coordinated and obvious. They will also play traditional Japanese instruments to make the performance more attractive. Kabuki is performed in ancient Japanese and includes many Japanese cultural and linguistic features, so most of the audience is older Japanese. The performers have a deep passion for kabuki performances and want to make kabuki accessible to audiences, especially the younger generation and foreigners.

10. Attend a Fireworks Convention

The spark itself has a long history, dating back to 1543 when Portuguese traders introduced the arquebus and gunpowder. In the peaceful Jianghu era, the demand for gunpowder decreased, so the appearance of Hua Hua added beauty to people's life. When it comes to the Edo period, we have to mention the Sumida River Festival. According to the legend, the Sumida River Festival was the first flower festival between the two countries in 1733. The original purpose of the festival was actually to comfort the people who died due to the great famine. It is said that beloved people to see a fireworks assembly, it is not left Regret. An hour of flower and fire feast to feel the impact of the world.

You can experience a lot in Japan but pay attention to time and whether would be better. If you are ready to visit this beautiful country and want to have a unique experience, please don't hesitate to contact us, one of our travel experts will create a tailor-made itinerary based on your interests and needs within 24hrs.

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