Japan is a country, which is relatively easy to travel around. Tourism peaks here for this reason only. Japan also is very cordial with the tourist with people helping you while traveling and guiding you appropriately. When you are planning a trip to a place like Japan. Then you must acquire the best knowledge of the places that you need to visit and see. This will help you make your trip more exciting and interesting in a country where you are a stranger.
Hereby I have a list of top ten places that you must visit when you are there.
1. Tokyo
Tokyo is the capital of Japan. This is their metropolitan city studded with skyscrapers, electronic stores, huge shopping malls with unlimited bars and clubs. This is not the only attraction of this city but they are rich in museums, shrines and temples. All tell tale of their culture and religion. Besides that, you must visit the tsukiji Fish Market, boat rides and sumida River. Shinjuku in Tokyo is also a famous tourist attraction that you must visit when there. This place has three main components, office, shopping and nightlife. For shopping, they have a great variety in stores and chic departments.
2. Sapporo
This is Japan’s northernmost island, which has managed to maintain its youthful and open atmosphere of 1972 till now. People who want to indulge in pure Japanese cuisine can enjoy the authentic Ramen here.This city also has the Ramen inspired theme park.
3. Yokohama
This place is located near Tokyo. One can go by road. The sankeien Gardens and Yokohama Landmark Tower Sky garden are worth visiting.
4. Nagasaki
This place has a name in history .The view from their Mount Inasa is superb. In addition, the Spectacles Bridge, which is the oldest stone art bridge in Japan.The Nagasaki Atomic bomb blast museum, is also a place that one should visit to take a trip down memory lane.
5. Ishigaki
The most interesting thing about this place is that the water around Ishigaki is pure blue and it is surrounded with sandy beaches. Most travelers recommend a trip in glass bottomed boat to view the beautiful coral reefs.
6. Kagoshima
This place holds significance in holding the volcanic mountains. Mount Sakurajima which is a smoldering volcano is a must see.
7. Kobe
This place is notorious for its luscious beef and crisp. This place is more like a metropolitan city with an international feel.
8. Okinawa
This lies in the eastern coast of Japan near East China. This is one of the oldest cities of Japan that holds its ancient culture to date. Scuba diving and mount climbing are part of its attraction. The people of this city are also very humble and kind. Osaka castle is one this countries greatest attraction for tourists. This castle is rich in depicting the country’s history. This city gives you the best picture of the country Japan.
9. Hiroshima:
A name many of us learn during history due to the world war two. However, with time it has grown to be better than before. This place is worth a visit when you visit Japan. This is Japan’s Main Island.
10. Himeji Castle
This castle is beautiful and all studded. Located in Hyoko .this castle is the finest depiction of pure Japanese architecture. It comprises of around eighty-three buildings with great defense systems from feudal period.
Since Japan is not only rich in history but also for shopping and entertainment. In addition, the kindness and warmth in Japanese people is phenomenal. They make you feel like home and are very helpful too. Hence, it is better than a lot of other countries to visit.