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Japan, popularly known as the “Land of the Rising Sun,” is one of the most wonderful nations in East Asia. Japan has been able to keep its culture and traditions unaffected despite its economic prosperity and technological advancement. Its countryside scenery has been maintained to this time.
Archipelagic Japan is composed of four main islands — Hokkaido, Honshu, Shikoku and Kyushu – and many smaller islands totaling in all to 6,852. The biggest of all the islands and the most populated is Honshu where Tokyo, the country’s capital, is located. Incidentally, Tokyo is adjudged as the most highly populated city in the world.
Japan is a more expensive destination compared to other Asian countries. The country and its people are known for the high value they put on quality. Hence, expect to pay a high price for quality Japanese products and services. You will then realize that every cent or yen (Japan’s currency) you spend will be worth it.
Coming to Japan by plane, your expected port of entry would be either the Narita International Airport (NRT) near Tokyo or the Kansai International Airport (KIX) near Osaka. Upon arriving in Japan, all foreigners above 16 years old, save those on government business and certain permanent residents, are made to undergo an electronic fingerprinting and will be photographed. These are immigration entry requirements that if any foreigner refuses the procedure, he will be denied entry.
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Foreigners must carry their passports all the time while in Japan. If caught without it, they will be fined Y200,000 unless somebody can produce it for them.
Japan’s train systems are the most advanced in the world. It’s no wonder why the train is the most popular form of public transportation in Japan.
The best time to be in Japan is during Spring months (March, April and May) when temperatures are warm but not hot.
