Japan - a fascinating land of contrasts, an engaging combination of futuristic cities and stunning natural landscapes. It amazes at kimono-clad geishas singing karaoke in Kyoto to Buddhist monks whizzing around Tokyo on motorbikes. Japan has a reputation for its distinctive cultures and unique traditions that usually bemuse but never be tedious. - Bạn đang xem trang 17
Official name: Japan
Capital: Tokyo
Official language: Japanese
Currency: Yen (JPY)
Area: 377,915 sq km (145,913 sq miles)
Population: 126,323,715 (UN estimate 2016)
Population density: 335,8 per sq km
Japan’s capital and the world’s most populous metropolis. It is also one of Japan’s 47 prefectures, consisting of 23 central city wards and multiple cities, towns, and villages west of the city center.
Tottori is located in Western Japan along the coast of the Sea of Japan. It is most famous for its sand dunes. In addition, a variety of museums and Kannon-in Temple are also located around central Tottori.
Castle in Japan may not fit the Western concept of an ancient citadel, but although they look completely different than castles in Europe, they were built for much the same reasons.
If you’ve got 3 days to tour the second largest city in Japan. What should you see first?
Kyoto served as Japan’s capital and the emperor’s residence from 794 until 1868. It is one of the country’s ten largest cities with a population of 1.5 million people and a modern face.
Japan is a famous destination in the world with a its rich culture and unique cuisine. The country has three different monikers which are widely used, but it seems like only someone knows its real meaning.