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Japan has, what you've never experienced

by gogonicetrip - last update: Dec 5, 2007

Japan is a island country surrounded by the sea in the circumference.
Trade and exchange with foreign countries were restricted severely till the 19th century.

Therefore, Japan is different from the country where many people usually live, and has a unique culture, way of life, food and .... that you have never seen, heard, touched, felt or smelled.

Why don’t you visit Japan to create your new experiences?

Where to visit

1. Kyusyu Region, is the best place to visit in Japan.
1) Fukuoka-ken, the Gateway for future
2) Saga-ken, to find hidden history of Japan
3) Nagasaki-ken, feel European cultures
4) Kumamoto-ken, a dynamic natural beauty can be experienced
5) Oita-ken, has a Hot Sprong Mecca Beppu and rural village of Yufuin
6) Miyazaki-ken, is a Mecca for Honeymooners
7) Kagoshima-ken, has rich tourist resources
8) Okinawa-ken


2.Tokyo - Kyoto route is recommended for first time visitors
1) A few days
Tokyo and around Tokyo such as Tochigi-ken(Nikko, Nasu), Kanagawa-ken (Hakone, Yokohama, Kamakura), or Chiba-ken(Narita).
2) Another days
Kyoto and if you have more time Nara or Osaka is recommended.

3. Western Honnsyu Region
, is located at west- side of Kyoto and Osaka, has many festinating destinations.
1) Wakayama-ken, enjoy a hiking at Kumano-kodo and Koya-san
2) Hyogo-ken (Himeji) has a World Heritage, Himeji Castle
3) Okayama-ken, Kurashiki and beatiful coast line
4) Hiroshima-ken, must visit site is World Heritage Itsukushima Shrine
5) Yamaguchi-ken


4. Shikoku and Seto-naikai Region, has the pilgrims site.
1) Kagawa-ken
2) Kochi-ken
3) Ehime-ken
4) Tokushima-ken

What to do

1) Onsen, is a hot spring that many Japanese love.
2) Cherry blossom, Hanami in Spring season
3) Mochitsuki, making a rice cake, is a traditional ceremony.
4) Sumo, is a Japan’s National Sport
5) Gamblings
- Keirin, Track cycling race
- Motorboat racing, called Kyotei
- Horse Racing

6) Eating
- Ekiben, is a lunch boxed meals sold on trains
- Takoyaki, is a Japanese fast food
- Ramen, is one of the popular noodles
- MacDonald's, you can find it at any places
- Kentucky Fried Chicken, serves you a refreshments
- Vending machines, for drinks, food, and ...
- Fast food stall, at the train station

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gogonicetrip's Japan Travel Tips

OverviewThings to Do
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Restaurants
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Hotels & Accommodations
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NightlifeOff The Beaten Path
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Tourist Traps
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Warnings Or Dangers
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Transportation
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Local Customs
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Packing Lists
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Shopping
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Sports Travel
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General Tips
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gogonicetrip's Japan Travelogues
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Cherry blossom- 4
Kansai International AirportJanuary, 2007 6
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Bullet Train, Shinkansen- 6

Comments for gogonicetrip about Japan
volopolo Mon Dec 31, 2007 20:29 UTC
 Happy new year 2008! Nikos from Greece and Emmy from Thailand.
Samarkand-74 Tue Nov 6, 2007 16:57 UTC
 I just came back from a two week holiday and have been searching all over for Big Boy but sadly enough we didn´t find any place called that. In which town did you visit that chain? Did the name maybe stand in Kanji?? Just want to know for our next visit.
CHAMPY Sat Oct 27, 2007 00:13 UTC
 That a nice HP u have. those one is very complete about what spot to visit in Japan ! Kyoto is one of my list of the place to see for sure. I ll be back to keep informing on ur fascinating country ! cheers ! lionel
Mr.Sparkle Mon Apr 16, 2007 12:59 UTC
 I think you know Japan! great page. Come visit my Kanazawa page some time
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