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Experience Japan - Where Every Sunrise Tells A Story

Japan is an East Asian country in the Pacific Ocean. It is composed of four main islands, namely, Honshu, Hokkaido, Kyushu, and Shikoku. Tokyo, the capital of Japan, is the most populous city in the world. It is renowned for a diverse range of tourist attractions. The Imperial Palace East Garden is beautiful and historic and is located within the grounds of the Imperial Palace in Tokyo. Chidorigafuchi Moat is one of the most popular cherry blossom destinations in Japan. Yasukuni Shrine is a landmark site that honours Japan's war heroes. Marunouchi is a well-known business area, famous for its towering buildings and historic sites, creating a blend of contemporary design and traditional charm.

Hiroshima is another major tourist attraction in Japan. It's the city where the atomic bomb was detonated in 1945. You can find two significant memorials here, namely the Atomic Bomb Dome and the Peace Memorial.

Hiroshima Castle is a symbol of the city's rich samurai heritage. The historical gardens of "Shukkei-en", which means "shrunken scenery gardens", are located in Hiroshima. At midday, a tourist can savour a delicious okonomiyaki lunch — Hiroshima’s signature savoury pancake layered with noodles and vegetables.

Kyoto, a former capital of Japan, is a city situated on the island of Honshu. It's renowned for its many traditional Buddhist temples along with gardens, imperial palaces, Shinto shrines, and traditional wooden houses. It's also well known for its formal customs, including kaiseki dining, which consists of various dishes, and geisha female entertainers.

Nara is home to eight UNESCO Heritage sites, namely Todai-ji Temple, Kohfuku-ji Temple, Kasuga-Taisha Shrine, Kasugayama Primaeval Forest, Gango-ji Temple, Yakushi-ji Temple, Toshodai-ji Temple, and the Nara Palace Site, all of which are worth a visit.

Osaka is a major commercial port in Japan. Osaka Castle is an iconic landmark. It offers a glimpse into Japan’s feudal history. Universal Studios in Japan is a fun-packed theme park for all ages that attracts large crowds. Shitenno-ji is Japan’s oldest official Buddhist temple.

The Umeda Sky Building is renowned for its Floating Garden Observatory, where visitors can take a lift to the summit and enjoy the panoramic view of Osaka’s skyline, which is particularly breathtaking at dusk or at night. The Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan is one of the world's largest aquariums, showcasing a diverse array of marine life from all over the Pacific.

Sumiyoshi Taisha Shrine is a Shinto shrine recognised for its distinctive architectural style and arched bridge. There are also a wide variety of hidden food stalls and alleys, and tourists must try the kushikatsu (deep-fried skewers) and negiyaki (green onion pancakes).

Whether you are exploring the cultural heart of Kyoto, climbing Mount Fuji, soaking in an onsen (hot spring), or enjoying sushi in Tokyo. Japan offers a blend of tradition and modernity, featuring a high-tech experience with the world-renowned bullet train, all highlighting Japan’s cultural legacy of ancient temples and nightlife, filled with traditional food handed down through generations.