Top 10 Must See Attractions in Japan



Japan is easily one of the most fascinating places to visit in Asia. It is a fascinating mix of modern and old, an amazing mix of the familiar and the strange. Thank you to the movement in this country to promote tourism, Japan is also one of the most welcoming places for tourists are. Here, in no particular order, are the 10 best sights of the land of the rising sun:

1. Harajuku

Harajuku is an important tourist place in Tokyo must for all fans of anime and manga. There is also plenty of cafés and shops and restaurants and shops should be part of the route.

Once this is Japan, expect a mixture of glory and serene. Harajuku is also where the famous Meiji shrine is located. Meiji Shrine is a Shinto shrine built for Emperor Meiji and his wife.


2. Shinjuku

Shinjuku District in Tokyo, capital of Japan. A densely populated metropolis, Shinjuku offers tourists some of the best places to shop, eat, mingle with the locals and take in the Japanese style nightlife. Shinjuku is also home to Ginza, the huge shopping center, where some of the biggest international names (think Versace, Gucci and Fendi, among others) in maintaining fashion store.

When traveling in this region, do not forget to drop in stores Mikimoto. Mikimoto pearls are famous worldwide for its ethereal beauty and craftsmanship.

3. Asakusa

To experience the old modern, head to Asakusa, also in Tokyo. Unlike memories, the old district is also the ideal place to enjoy Japanese cuisine, as many restaurants can be found here.

Kabuki parts were organized in the region and was also one of the main districts of the Edo era red light.

4. Kyoto

Kyoto is where some of the shrines, temples and most popular Japanese castles are. It also has great cultural and historical importance because it was the capital of Japan until 1868. Many regions here have been preserved very well and has been recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site. All tourists who want to discover feudal Japan find in this city a remarkable experience.

5. Osaka

Osaka is one of the most important areas in Japan, considered a shopping center, large financial and industrial. The famous Osaka Castle is here, located in Osakajo Park. It is a fascinating representative of Japanese architecture, making it a popular tourist destination.

6. Nara

Nara is close to Osaka. It was the capital of Japan for 74 years from 710. There are also many temples in the area, including those of Todai-ji Temple and Kasuga. Osaka is one of the leading ink manufacturers from India, toys and fans.

7. Nikko

North of Tokyo is Nikko, a place the Japanese and international tourists traveling to the pilgrimage. Nikko National Park is the place to be. The architecture in this area is beautiful and views of the park is an experience no traveler should miss Japan.

8. Ueno

Ueno Park is a vast area near the Asakusa district that meets both tourists and locals. The National Museum, Museum of Western Art, Museum of Natural Science, Tokyo Metropolitan Fine Art Gallery and the first zoo in Japan can be found here. The best time to visit is in the spring when Ueno famous Japanese cherry trees are at their most beautiful.

9. Kamakura

Located just 28 miles from Tokyo, Kamakura is mainly a residential area and resort to the sea. This is a very interesting must-see tourist place because of its most famous monument, the bronze statue of the Great Buddha (Daibutsu called), which is 12.8m high.
 
10. Mt. Fuji

No trip to Japan is complete without seeing this famous landmark. Mt. Fuji (Fuji-san to locals) is more like the Japanese mountains. If you're in Tokyo, you can probably see this famous profile day cloudless, clear. If you are daring enough, you can join one of many planned increases.

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