5 Reasons to Visit Japan

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As one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world, Japan welcomes millions of visitors each year. Here are just five reasons to consider joining the crowds for a visit to the Land of the Rising Sun.


1: The Food

From savory chazuke to exotic wraps of onigiri, you'll find plenty of culinary adventures in Japan. Don't forget to down a few shots of sake and top it all off with the sweet flavor of anpan!


2: The History

If you're a fan of history, Japan will delight you from the tips of Chusonji Temple to the lowest levels of Tokyo's Imperial Palace. Thousands of years are packed into these religious and cultural landmarks, and it's actually impossible to see them all during a single trip.


3: The Company

Japan is famous for its friendliness to foreigners, especially in big cities like Tokyo and Kyoto, where strangers will walk right up to you and ask if you're free for dinner. They don't have any bad intentions; they just want to practice their English on you!


4: The Size

For all its diversity, Japan is a small country, meaning that you can travel from the remote hills of Hokkaido to the gleaming metal of Kagoshima all within a matter of days. It's like having multiple vacation experiences in a single trip!


5: The Fun

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