Incredible Japan
Japan is an island country in East Asia, located in the Pacific Ocean. The ‘Land of the Rising Sun’, Japan is the 4th largest island country in the world. A timeless country of contrasts where ancient traditions fuse with modern life; each flows into the other effortlessly and naturally. Two-thirds of the Japanese archipelago is covered in mountains with volcanoes and onsens or hot springs at every turn. Commute in Japan is very easy and affordable, courtesy the country’s immaculate and efficient public transport. Regional climatic variations range from humid continental to a humid subtropical climate and tropical rainforest climate. It also varies with altitude and with location on the Pacific Ocean or on the Sea of Japan. The months to visit Japan are March to May in late spring and September to November in late autumn. The temperatures are mild with low rainfall, clear skies, the blooming cherry blossom in spring and the spectacular hues of autumn trees. The capital of the country Tokyo, is one of the world’s most important and powerful global cities. Tokyo is also the safest city in the world. If you are visiting in spring, you will witness an age old tradition of locals gathering in parks along river banks for cherry-blossom-viewing parties called hanami. The currency is Yen (JPY or ¥) which equals INR 0.62-0.66 (fluctuates).