Information for Travelers
Japan is an island nation in the Pacific with densely populated cities, imperial palaces, mountainous national parks and thousands of shrines and temples.
Long before many of Europe's most spectacular cathedrals were built, Japan's Shinto and Buddhist temples were well established and attracting pilgrims and patrons with their often elaborate designs and decor.
Shinkansen bullet trains connect the main islands of Kyushu with the subtropical beaches of Okinawa.
In addition to connecting Honsh travelers with Tokyo and the Hiroshima Atomic Bomb Memorial.
Hokkaido offers many leisure options and has renowned ski resorts.
With an endless list of top attractions, fun things to do and points of interest to explore, a vacation in Japan is certainly a great investment of time and money.
Culture
The capital Tokyo is known for its skyscrapers, shops and its pop culture.
Many first-time visitors to Japan are surprised to learn that, as one of the most advanced industrialized nations in the world.
This relatively small Asian country also has a rich and fascinating history stretching back thousands of years.
At the same time, the country was already honing the skills and businesses that would put it on the path to wealth, from fine porcelain and ceramics to textiles like silk.
Much of this rich tradition has been preserved despite wars and natural devastation, and a visit to Japan is a memorable adventure.
Read about Japan in Wikipedia
Current time in Japan with seconds according to the official atomic clock.
