Japan Attractions & Amenities

Only in Japan would you find the perfect juxtaposition of old and new, where hi-tech electronic shops and robot restaurants are only a stone’s throw away from classic Shinto shrines.

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osaka Osaka

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Famous for elusive Cherry Blossoms in spring, Japan is a sight to see even at any other time of the year. Take a dip in Okinawa’s beaches in the summer, stroll through golden forests in the fall, and test your skills on the slopes of Hokkaido in the winter! Getting from one major city to another is no issue. Simply book a JR Pass and hop on a train to get from the bustling city of Tokyo to Osaka in just 2.5 hours – leaving you with more than enough time to enjoy an entire day (or two) at Universal Studios Japan.

Best time to visit Japan

The best time to visit Japan is during spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November). This is when Japan is at its most vibrant, with delicate cherry blossom or bright red leaves adding contrast to the scenery.

Country tourism industry encompasses a wide range of sectors and businesses, including the dining and hotel industries, transportation, travel agencies, as well as parts of the leisure industry. As such, the tourism industry is important to the leisure sector and the Japanese economy in general. Tourism also plays an important role as the bridge that allows for intercultural exchange. The tourism industry is thought to have high growth potential and is seen as a possible driver of the Japanese economy. This is reflected in the active efforts of the Japanese government to promote and expand tourism, particularly inbound tourism. Domestic tourism represents the lion’s share of the tourism industry’s contribution to the gross domestic product, but its chances to further prosper are deemed to be limited. This is shown in figures relating to domestic tourist spending, which has stagnated during the past decade. On the other hand, the value of tourism expenditure of international visitors to Japan has increased significantly in recent years.

Holiday destination

In recent years, the government’s focal point has revolved around inbound tourism. Various steps had been taken to make the trip to Japan possible or to improve the experience of foreign visitors, such as measures to ease travel visa requirements regarding various countries, creating more airport landing slots, and providing easier hotel billing codes, to name just a few. Consequently, the number of international visitors coming to Japan increased significantly in the past decade. Japan further plans to facilitate shopping tourism and to become a hub for international conferences. Japan seems to be in a unique position when it comes to welcoming international tourists. From its wellness and relaxation offers to original products and services, vibrant metropolises to remote hiking tracks, and cultural activities and attractions to scenic nature settings – Japan has a diverse range of tourism activities to offer.

Here are some additional tips for planning your trip:

Japan is a relatively expensive country to visit, so it is important to budget accordingly.
Japan is a cash-based society, so be sure to have enough cash on hand. Credit cards are accepted in some places, but they are not as widely used as cash.
Japan is a very clean and tidy country. Visitors are expected to respect the environment and dispose of their trash properly.
Japan is a very polite country. Visitors are expected to be respectful and considerate of others.

We hope this information is helpful. Have a great trip to Japan!