Question:
My partner and I who are in our early 20's are going to Japan in November for a 13 days, we are arriving in Tokyo (Narita airport). Do you know any must - go places? we want to see some culture, maybe stay in the country for a a few days, eat food, markets etc.
Answer:
The must see cities in Japan are Tokyo and Kyoto. Attractions in Tokyo include the Asakusa district famous for Sensoji temple and Nakamise shopping street; Meiji Shrine; The Imperial Palace; Ginza and Harajuku.
Read more about Tokyo here
http://japan-australia.blogspot.com/2010…
Kyoto attractions include Kiyomizudera; Kinkakuji (Temple of the Golden Pavilion); Ginkakuji (Temple of the Silver Pavilion); Nijo Castle; and Heian Shrine.
Read more about Kyoto here
http://japan-australia.blogspot.com/2011…
Other places I highly recommend include:
Nara - ancient capital and full of history and old temples
http://japan-australia.blogspot.com/2010…
Takayama - beautiful city known for its traditional architecture and crafts
http://japan-australia.blogspot.com/2010…
Hiroshima - beautiful city in Japan that reminds me of my home town of Melbourne in Australia with its green parks and trams
http://japan-australia.blogspot.com/2010…
Things to do in Japan
Visit an Onsen
Stay in a Ryokan (traditional inn)
Watch a Sumo Tournament
Try some real sushi
Check out the various and unusual vending machines
Try out a high tech toilet
Visit the Temples and Shrines
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