Exploring the Land of the Rising Sun: Japan

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Japan is indeed a dream vacation destination for many people. However, it is also a safe place for solo female travelers as it’s ranked as the 9th most peaceful country in 2018’s GPI rankings.

It is a country full of scenic beauty, old traditions, and rich culture along with the deliciously unique Japanese cuisine.

Here are some places that you should definitely see in your next trip to Japan:

 

Tokyo

Tokyo is probably the first place you will know when you go to Japan. It is the country’s capital and the majority of the flights destined for Japan land here. A city that never sleeps, full of glittery neon lights and amazing nightlife Tokyo has a lot more to offer to its visitors.

Behind this modern façade of Tokyo lies its long illustrated history.

Some of the places worthy of seeing in Tokyo are the Imperial Palace, home to the emperor of Japan, Shinto shrines, and Buddhist temples, Tokyo National Museum, Ameyoko Arcade, and Hachiman-Dori.

Hakone

The Hakone is only on an hour’s drive from Tokyo. It is home to the famous Shinto shrine, the Hakone Gongen that you can find on the shore of Lake Ashi.

This shrine is ancient and was built around 757. Inside the UNESCO heritage site of Hakone Geopark and the Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park, you can enjoy the captivating view of the snowcapped peak of Mount Fujiyama.

If you are not short on time, then visit the lakes, islands and the hot springs. Also, take a hike to Shiraito Falls, another site worth seeing.

Nagano

Nagano is the home of the world-famous macaque (snow monkey). This region is easily accessible from Tokyo on a bullet train. Nagano gets some of the heaviest snowfalls in the world, and yet it is remarkably full of life and rich history.

Kyoto

Kyoto is the land of the cherry blossoms. It has been Japan’s imperial capital for more than 1000 years. During the Hanami from late March until May, it is jam-packed with tourists.

You can find more than 2000 temples and shrines here, and it is the ideal location to learn about the Japanese tea ceremonies. You should also see the stylish Noh theatre and the ink and wash paintings.

Osaka

Osaka is the second largest city in Japan. It rests on the Osaka Bay on the island of Honshu. It is a city full of markets and restaurants and is unarguably the food capital of Japan.

Some of the dishes that you should try are udon, takoyaki, oshizushi, and the local rice wine ‘sake’.

Several festivals are happening in Osaka throughout the year. Tenjin Matsuri is a festival that occurs during July, in this festival, you will see decorated processions of riverboats, fireworks, drummers, lion dancers, and ornate floats that are full of people in costumes.

Another thing that is famous about Osaka is its nightlife, which is visible in the Dotonbari area where there is a maze of streets having extravagant bars and restaurants.

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Kelly Lewis is the founder of Go! Girl Guides, the Women's Travel Fest and Damesly. She's an optimist, an adventurer, an author and works to help women travel the world.

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