Japan is located in the eastern part of Asia. It is an archipelago country and the 4th biggest island country. We also know Japan as the” land of the rising sun“. japan consists of five main islands and they are Hokkaido, Honshu, Shikoku, Kyushu, and Okinawa. Honshu is referred to as mainland Japan, Where Capital Tokyo is located.

VISA

Japan gives Visa exemption facility to 68 countries around the Word. And for other countries, they take hassle-free steps to process the visa application
Visit-  https://www.mofa.go.jp/j_info/visit/visa/index.html

HOW TO REACH

Japan does not share a border with any country. So Airports are the main gateway to Japan. There are three main Airports Where you can get all types of flight connections around the globe.

• Tokyo International Airport(Haneda Airport)
• Narita International Airport(Also known as New International Airport)
• Osaka International Airport.

​​ FOOD

 In Japan, You can endless Authentic Japanese Dishes like Shusi, Yakitori, Kaiseki and many more. You can see the value of Chopsticks in Japanese food culture.  

DOMESTIC  TRANSPORT

     Japan has all types of Traveling options like Flights and Buses. Japanese are masters, in Train Technology. Japan has the speediest, most comfortable, and punctual trains in the world. Shinkansen is one of the fastest Bullet trains on earth. And some cities have their Subway system in the city.  

ACCOMMODATION

In Japan, You can get all types of accommodation you can get. A lot of people around the globe want to experience the famous capsule Hotels or Pod Hotels in Japan. For more about accommodations click on this link-https://yctwyo.com/travel-easy/

CITIES

TOKYO

Tokyo the capital city of Japan is ready to welcome at any time of the year. The city shows you an image of a Technically advanced city. Tokyo also holds the aroma of Japanese Culture so strongly. The city also presents itself as the economic capital of the East Asian country.

1. Senso-Ji-It is an ancient Buddhist Temple and the right place to start your journey. This temple shows a great image of Japanese culture. It is located in Asakusa 6 Kilometers away from the Tokyo railway station. And from Asakusa railway station It is in walkable distance of 400 meters.
   2. Tokyo Disneyland-A world-class Amusement park with a lot of activities to do. The park is located around 16 kilometers from the Tokyo Railway station. The park is located near many best places like Disneyland Resort and Disney sea Park. The nearby Railway station is Disneyland Station. For more-https://www.tokyodisneyresort.jp/en/index.html
   3. Mount Fuji It is the highest volcano in Japan located in Hanshu, Which is about 136 kilometers from Tokyo Station. So many Tracking Activities are there If someone is interested. The most common name used for Mount Fuji is “Fuji-San“.
   4. Tokyo Skytree-It is a broadcasting Tower in Tokyo city, Which offers a panoramic view of Tokyo and around. There are two floors used for viewing Gallery.
   Floor 350-Tembo Deck
   Floor 450-Tembo Galleria
   5, Metropolitan Government Building-  It is also known as Tacho. The observation decks are free for all tourists to the Top view of Shinjuku city. The nearest Railway station to the location is Tochomae Station and It is about 8 Kilometers away from Tokyo Station. 
   6. Shibuya Crossing-It is like Times Square of Tokyo. The biggest shopping street of Shibuya offers you both indoor shopping and outdoor shopping with fun. At night It looks gorgeous.  
   7. Tokyo National Museum-It is the oldest museum in Tokyo. You can see so many ancient artifacts and traditional weapons. So many samurai Items are their Clothes you can see.
   Fee-620 Yen(Monday Closed) .5 Kilometer from Tokyo Station.
   ​Some Other Museum-Edo-Tokyo Museum, National Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum. Tokyo Metro Museum.
    You can buy Grutto Pass. By which you can visit 95 Museums and tourist places.
   Website-https://www.rekibun.or.jp/en/grutto/
   8. Nagano  Snow Monkey Resort–It is a must-see place in Japan. It is a Wildlife park for Snow Monkey located near  Joshinestu Kogen National Park established in 1964. You can see so many snow monkeys sitting in natural hot water. Nagano Station is about 230 kilometers and from Nagano station, the park is about 35 kilometers away from where you can take a bus. Hotel accommodation is also available.

 OSAKA

Osaka is the Financial capital of Japan. It holds important presents in a Historic Industrial Revolution in Japan. Osaka shows its the footprints from the Kofun Period. Osaka has a Significant Role in the traditional culture of Japan.
How to reach –
You can Directly enter Japan through Osaka International Airport. Osaka Airport is well connected with all major cities in the world and Japan. Osaka is about 504 Kilometers away from Tokyo. By train, Osaka is about 3 hours from Tokyo.​​

1. Osaka Castle-It is the most important landmark in Osaka. It is opened in 1585 and demolished in 1868. From 1995-to 1997 the Government of Japan restored it. So you can see the Japanese traditional Art along with modern touch. Near the castle, there is a garden with 600 cherry trees on the lawn The name of the Garden is Nishinomaru Garden Where visitors increase during Cherry Blossom. You can see valuable preserved artifacts and Samurai arts in the Castle Museum. Near to it, is Main Tower is there where you can enjoy the natural beauty of the Castle at the Observation Deck.
2. Himeji Castle-It is a fort developed for the defensive System during the Feudal Period in 1333. The castle is one of the most visited castles in Japan. It is of the first UNESCO heritage sites in Japan. You can see a traditional war defense of Ancient Japan. The complex contains 83 buildings. The Location is about 93 Kilometers from Osaka Railway station. The Nearest Railway Station is Himeji Station.  
3. Universal Studio Osaka –It is an Amusement park full of fun activities. You can enjoy the Harry porter Magical world, So many stage shows, Rides and Food. for a Ticket, you can see this-https://www.usj.co.jp/e/attraction/.
​4. SHITENNO-JI TEMPLE-It is an ancient Buddha Temple in Osaka close to the Japanese Culture. The location is about a 7.5 Kilometer from Osaka Station.

OTHER IMPORTANT PLACES OF JAPAN

Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park-
Atomic Bomb Dome-

Hiroshima is the witness to the first atomic disaster in human history. After so many years also one Building is still there with a broken dome. It is the most important place on the Japan Tour. The location is located on the bank of the Motoyasu River.  On the other side of the river Atomic Peace Museum.
Hiroshima Peace Memorial & Museum-
Hiroshima  Peace Memorial is dedicated to the people who lost their lives in the first nuclear attack on Japan. The places force you to think about life and humanity. Nearby Children Peace Park is there.
The location is about 2.7 kilometers from Hiroshima station.   

HOKKAIDO ISLAND

Hokkaido Island is the northernmost place in Japan. Sapporo is the capital of Hokkaido. The island holds the top place in the schedule of most tourists.
​Hokkaido attacks most nature lover tourists around the globe.The place is famous for its magnificent volcanoes beautiful hot springs, nature parks, and lakes. You can experience a large number of seafood dishes. You need at least four to five days to explore the full island.

This island is not connected with the mainland so no road connectivity is there. There so many flight companies are there who are operating from Tokyo and other parts of the Country to Sapporo the capital of Hokkaido.you can reach Hokkaido within 2 hours from Tokyo.  
And you can take a ferry to reach Hokkaido island . The nearest ferry station from Tokyo is Oarai and the nearest ferry station for Sapporo is Tomakomai.