Japan, the unfathomable, the mysterious, high-tech attracts tourists. It is situated on four large and thousands of small Islands in the Pacific ocean. Japan peacefully side by side with Russia, China and Korea.

 

Japan welcomes tourists with huge skyscrapers and small streets with houses in traditional style. Japan surprises with ancient temples and modern amusement parks, amazing views of nature, and vending machines which sold everything from toys to lingerie. 

 

Capital of Japan - Tokyo

 

there is No tourist route will not pass by this vast metropolis. The city is located on the South of the island of Honshu. Tokyo will present tourists many wonderful places and will give a lot of impressions.

 

Tokyo Sights:

1) Buddhist Temple of Senso-JI temple or the temple of the goddess Kannon; 
2) Koishikawa KORAKUEN, a 300 - year old landscape garden;
3) Tower sky tree;
4) Ueno Park;
5) rainbow bridge.

 

the temple of the goddess Kannon, the oldest in Tokyo, founded in 628. Fishermen found in the river a statue of the goddess Kanon took it and on that spot was erected a temple pagoda 5 tier. So put on Buddhist beliefs. Caught the statue, with a height of only 5 cm, is now in the hall of the temple. The temple is always crowded, about the healing power of the goddess Canon is known far outside of Tokyo and even the country.

 

the Landscape of Japan in miniature presented in one of the most beautiful gardens in the country - Koishikawa KORAKUEN. Here you can even see a copy of mount Fuji. In April, when the cherry blossoms, the garden amazing.

to Survey the city from on high, from the viewing platforms of the tower sky tree, the tallest in the world. Its height is 634 meters.

 

Among the huge Tokyo skyscrapers, bright screens and crowds of people in the middle of a metropolis is a cozy place – Ueno Park. This former Park the emperors built in the 19th century. Here are the nature of Japan: plant specimens from all over the country, animals freely roam around the Park. The main attraction – Panda. There are 4 national Museum and 4 of the temple.

 

Another attraction, which is impressive, it's the rainbow bridge. Luxurious, shimmering in the night with different colors. Bridge multi-function, it organized the movement through the Bay as the train and motor vehicles. For those wishing to admire the beauty of the observation deck of the pedestrian zone.

 

Kyoto-the old capital of Japan

 

Kyoto is located in the centre of Honshu island. Kyoto – the centre for native Japanese culture. 

introduction to Kyoto often start with the temple, Nijo – cultural-historical heritage of Japan. The temple complex has a rich history and majestic appearance. It was built by order of Prince Minamoto in the 17th century as the residence of the shoguns of the Tokugawa. 

 

Interesting Bamboo grove in the Arashiyama area, which will give a sense of magic to its visitors. Walking among the thickets of tourists only hear the sound of bamboo stalks creaking and rustling.

visit to the National Museum will dip into the history of the country of the Rising Sun. The Museum presents archaeological finds, weapons, armor, household items. 

 

In Kyoto is the world-famous Golden pavilion, the temple, whose walls are covered with a thin layer of gold. After admiring the beauty of the ancient building, in the garden to enjoy tea ceremony. In Kyoto, a well presented traditional Japanese practice the tea ceremony. 

Japan is gradually revealed to curious tourists in all its glory and makes you fall in love with a country samurai, cherry blossoms and modern technology.

 

Osaka

 

Osaka – is the largest city located in Japan and, today, is the center of history and Commerce. Osaka has a well-developed infrastructure therefore this city is considered one of the most developed cities in Japan in the industrial sector. Osaka is located on the island near the capital of Japan-Tokyo. The local population here leads a vigorous and energetic lifestyle. Here the people are very friendly in nature and also sociable. 

 

During the Second World War the city was destroyed many monuments of historical culture of Osaka. Osaka is full of all kinds of hotels and hotels for any taste and at reasonable prices. The main, and perhaps the most basic and amazing places of this extraordinary city of Japan, is a samurai castle, consisting of five floors and surrounded by extraordinary beauty, verdant Park. In addition, you can stroll through the theme Park, which is called “Universal Studio”. In the city there are business districts, but the main is considered to be the area Kitaku. In this area, any tourist can visit the many restaurants and choose any of them. Umeda, recognized by the center Kitaku. Here you can see: the skyscraper “Umeda sky”, consisting of 40 floors; shopping arcades; and to enjoy the landscape of the modern architecture of the buildings.

 

Perhaps the most striking and interesting area of the city, considered to be Minami-ku, located in the South of Osaka. Any tourist can see the sumiyoshi Grand Shrine, the main decoration of which is an arched bridge. In addition, Minami-ku can visit the temple Shitennoji Buddhist faith, which was once built by Prince Shotoku Taishi. Be sure to visit the temple of Asuka, which is one of the oldest churches in the area. The area of the local youth in Osaka, Shinsaibashi is considered to be located in the Northern part of the city. Here you can visit villages such as: America-Moore and Eropa-Moore. And to spend your leisure or to go shopping in popular, youth, neighborhoods: Namba and Dotombori.

 

In ancient times, Osaka was the capital of Japan, but at that time it had a different name – Naniwa. This city was a major center of trade routes and cultural heritage of Japan. Today the city is considered the most important center of economic development. And I understand why, because the geographical position of the city economically. Osaka cuisine is diverse and unique. This city is also called ‘City food”. Any tourist can enjoy the famous dishes of Osaka, such as: pie, Okonomiyaki, Udon noodles, dumpling Takoyaki. Osaka is considered to be the only city in Japan with a delicious variety of food. The main area of the big variety and delicious food is considered to be the Dotonbori area. 

 

As you can see, Osaka – it is a city full of interesting and unique attractions, delicious cuisine and an abundance of diverse and interesting entertainment for tourists arriving here to get a lot of positive emotions.