Things To Do In Japan
With its mix of technology and heritage, Japan offers a delightful experience for the visitors with plenty of things to do. You can enjoy the pristine nature of the country resplendent with beaches, exquisite islands, coral reefs, mountains, hot springs, volcanoes, lakes and parks. You can also go on day trips, excursions and tours to the prominent highlights of the nation like the museums, imperial palaces, castles, heritage houses, shrines, temples, etc.
Mt. Fuji, a sacred volcano in Japan offers an adventurous climbing experience.
For those who wish to just behold the mountain, a visit to the Hakone National park comprising hot springs can be a great way to unwind, after hectic days of travel.
You can experience some adrenalin rush in winter by indulging in an exciting episode of Skiing in the mountain slopes of the land. The Japanese Alps and Hokkaido become the busiest venues thronged by hordes of skiers from various parts of the world. Snow festival is another prominent event in Japan that lasts for many days. Ice and snow sculptures are the highlights of this festival that is celebrated in winter.
If you are in Japan in spring, the best thing to do is watch the cherry trees blossom and partake in the cherry blossom parties across the country. Parties are organized in the shade of the trees in full blossom in the parks like Ueno Park, Maruyama Park, etc.
Be a part of the Kodo Drum Festival held in Sado Island, during your stay in Japan. The island is famed for the taiko' drumming troupe. Drumming, music and dance are integral parts of the Kodo Drum Festival making it a great hit among globe trotters.
Enjoy the traditional performing arts during your stay in Japan like Bunraku, Noh and Kabuki. The Unique Sumo wrestling sport of Japan is exciting and different. You can be a part of this traditional experience since tournaments are held throughout the year. Visiting the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Hiroshima Peace Memorial can be a solemn moment that reminds you of the nuclear holocaust and annihilation.
A distinctively spiritual experience is the Fire Walking Ceremony conducted by Buddhist monks. If you are in Japan during March, you can visit the foot of Mount Takao to witness the Yambushi monks performing the fire dance followed by a hot walk. Another significant thing to do is witnessing and partaking in the traditional tea ceremony in Japan. This symbolic ceremony is held in a somber manner, in a special room designed for the purpose.
The smaller islands and coral reefs offer plenty of scope for scuba diving and snorkeling, to explore the beauty of the underwater world. The sprawling stretches of beaches help you indulge in water sports. Watch the dolphins and whales at play in the whaling ports of Japan. Relax in the hot-sand saunas and natural hot spring resort or onsen in Japan like Dogo, Shikoku and Ibusuki. Shopping is another thing to do when you are in Japan. Ginza is considered a shopper's paradise so, enjoy going on a spending spree.