Saturday, October 4, 2014

20 things to try in Japan

20 things to try in Japan
Opportunities for recreation abound in Japan, between cultural outings, entertainment and tours of all kinds. Here are 20 things to do if you go to Japan
Of course this list is not exhaustive, serve you as a base of ideas to improve to plan your activities on site.

1 - Japanese Talk Even a simple "Konnichiwa" or "Arigato." Try to greet the owner of a ryokan or a restaurant to be rewarded with a priceless smile. 

 2 - Visit the temples, shrines and Zen gardens 
What would a trip to Japan without visiting one of these places? The ideal city to discover them in the same day is Kyoto. But be careful because some temples require a high and offering nothing in return price. 

 3 - Visit castles 
This is a good way to learn local history. Not only will you enjoy the beauty of this ancient architecture but most castles offer explanatory texts in English throughout the trail. 

4 - Take in a sumo tournament 
A cultural event not to be missed. Mingle with the crowd and enjoy the show. 

5 - Go to a karaoke 
If you are western and are traveling to this number must appear on your program no matter whether you are a good singer or not. You will be installed in a small private room with a huge catalog of Japanese and English songs, and sometimes Korean, Chinese, Tagalog see songs (Philippine dialect). You can also order drinks and dishes.

6 - Do not hesitate to take photos of cosplayers 
Do not be shy and dare to approach people dressed as a character you love. The picture will be a good memory especially as Japanese cosplayers are very different from those you meet in your country. 


7 - Try the Love Hotel 
Inexpensive, comfortable, spacious, clean, secure, assured discretion, karaoke, game console and more. Should I focus more to make you understand why this is a good plan? 

8 - Travel aboard a high-speed train 
Do not miss the opportunity to ride in one of the fastest trains in the world during your trip to Japan. 

9 - Try the sushi bar 
Eat sushi in Japan is essential, so try one of these restaurants equipped with treadmill. 

10 - Discover Pachinko 
Whether you are a player or not, make a detour to Pachinko. No matter that you did not understand the operation of the machines, you just have to put the money and enjoy. 

11 - Take pictures in a Purikura 
These photo booths are very popular in Japan. Sticky and customizable pictures are cute and easily decorate your wallet or mobile. 

 12 - Swim (naked) in a public bath 
This may sound strange but yes, go swimming naked in the company of strangers. It's a bizarre experience and you can always leave if you are not at ease. 

13 - Relax in an onsen 
There are hundreds of onsen in Japan. To narrow the choice, prefer natural hot water overlooking magnificent views. 

14 - Climb to the top of Mount Fuji 
Unless you're in Japan in winter, Mount Fuji is worth visiting during other seasons. 

15 - Go skiing or snowboarding 
For those who can not climb Mount Fuji in winter, go to Hokkaido. 

16 - Sleep in a ryokan 
Discover a traditional Japanese inn. To enjoy an authentic experience sure to choose one offering mats and futons, as some have western beds for less. 

17 - Visit the Museum and Memorial Park in Hiroshima Peace 
If you had to pick one museum to visit this would be it. Enter the museum and you'll be surrounded by photos poignant, objects, texts and music. 

18 - Eat soba, udon, Japanese curry and yakiniku 
There are dozens of dishes to discover but these should be a priority on your list. 

19 - Visit the fish market 
The fish is one of the most consumed foods in Japan there is a fish market in almost every major city. One of the most famous is the Tsukiji market in Tokyo. Go very early (4 am) to attend the auction sale and enjoy sushi or fresh sashimi for breakfast after the tour. 

20 - Take part in a matsuri 
The matsuri is an element not to be missed in Japan. There throughout the year in different locations. Participate in one of them, you will not regret

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