Japan

Japan is an island country located in the Pacific Ocean, East Asia. It is made up of 6,852 Islands; Honshu, Hokkaido, Kyushu and Shikoku islands account for 97% of Japan’s land area. Japan neighbours North Korea to the North-West, South Korea to the West and Taiwan to the far South. It is the world’s 10^th most populated country with a population of 127 million people.  The country covers an area of 377,944 square kilometers. Japan’s capital is Tokyo, a city with a population of over 30 million people.

Japan’s weather is generally temperate though weather patterns differ dramatically between regions due to the country’s large north-south extension. The best time to visit Japan is between October and December. If you enjoy skiing, then March is ideal.

Japan has no official language. The national language is Japanese spoken by majority of the people in Japan.

Japan’s official currency is the Japanese Yen. Though the country faces major challenges including natural disaster and poor leadership, its currency remains comparatively strong in the global market. As of 2010, Japan had the third largest national economy in the world.

Tokyo tops the list of the country’s most attractive sites. This extensive city reflects nearly every important aspect of Japanese life. While in Tokyo, visit the Shinjuku, a massive, crowded skyscraper. Also a must visit in Tokyo is the famous Ginza neighbourhood, a shopping centre with the finest stores. Beyond the busy Tokyo, visit the traditional cities of Kyoto and Osaka. Kyoto is famous for its beautiful places and is a place to absorb maximum amount of architectural beauty, culture and history. Osaka, home to the Osaka Castle is a famous attraction site that is rich in the Japan’s history.

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