Japan's travel strategy

The name of Japan means "the country of sunrise". The whole country consists of four big islands, namely Hokkaido, Shikoku, Honshu and Kyushu, and thousands of small islands. The coastline is long and tortuous, the mountains are rugged, the valleys are staggered, and the scenery is beautiful and magnificent.

This neighboring country separated only by a strip of water is extremely contradictory, and contradiction is its most fascinating place. A book "Chrysanthemum and Knife" tells the story of Japan's softness and cruelty. Pink cherry rain, gorgeous red leaves, green forests all over the island country and long beautiful coastline all have exquisite femininity; There are many volcanic earthquakes that make these women fragile and precious. Japan's avant-garde fashion is an incredible country of creative technology, but it is also the country that adheres to traditional culture the most: the ancient buildings of shrines and monasteries have a history of hundreds of years, the tea ceremony, gardens and handicrafts inherit the beauty of the wind, and the intimate service of Japanese style and the knowledge of book ceremony of the people are equally lamentable. Japan has the simplicity and sweetness of "healing system", the sadness and perseverance of pursuing "brilliant moments", and the lovely paranoia of pursuing perfect details.

From Tokyo to Kyoto, from Hokkaido to Okinawa, each place has its own unique customs and is worth visiting again. Enjoy the beautiful scenery, taste delicious food and go shopping crazily, not to mention attending traditional festivals and soaking in open-air hot springs. Putting on a Japanese bathrobe, stepping on clogs and strolling in the ancient and fashionable streets are exactly the Japanese scenery people imagine.

area distribution

Japan is mainly divided into Honshu, Hokkaido, Shikoku and Kyushu. The largest Honshu Island, from east to west, is divided into Northeast China, kanto region, Central China, Kansai (Feng Jingen) and China. The most popular tourist areas are Kanto where Tokyo is located and Kansai where Osaka is located.

kanto region

The travel destination is the metropolitan area centered on Tokyo (including Mount Fuji, Hakone-CHO and Izu in the central region), which has both urban customs and natural beauty. In the north of Tokyo, Gunma Prefecture has a summer resort of Karuizawa and the famous Caojin Hot Spring, and Tochigi Prefecture has a world heritage of Sunlight, which is worth visiting.

Kansai region

Osaka, Kobe, Kyoto and Nara constitute the main tourist routes in Kansai. Osaka, the capital of food, Kobe, a port city with western flavor, Kyoto and Nara, which are quaint and nostalgic, are all the most worthwhile destinations in Japan, concentrating the essence of Japan.

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The northernmost Hokkaido and the southernmost Okinawa are also very popular in recent years. The lavender fields in Hokkaido in summer and the pure white romance in winter are very attractive. Okinawa's transparent blue seashore is a diving resort without losing any Southeast Asian islands.

Kyushu Island in the west is closest to China, with the most famous Japanese hot springs of Oita Beppu and Tongbu, as well as charming cities such as Fukuoka, Nagasaki and Kagoshima.

The central region is the "roof" of Japan, with many high-altitude mountains, which is an excellent place for outdoor mountaineering. Nagoya, the center of automobile industry, is a major city in central China. Gushan Town in Gifu Prefecture, Shirakawa Township and Kanazawa in Ishikawa Prefecture are full of ancient Japanese customs.

Shikoku Island, Northeast China and China are relatively simple and low-key. World Heritage Hiroshima Iwashima Shrine, the oldest shrine in Japan, Shimane Izumo Society, Ehime Daohou Hot Spring, and the three major festivals in Northeast China in summer are good choices for Japan's in-depth tour.

In addition, Japan's mountains, hills and hills account for 765,438+0% of the total area, and the forest coverage rate is as high as 67%. The Hida Mountains in the central region roughly divide Japan's territory into the Pacific Ocean side and the Sea of Japan side. There are many cliffs and few ports in the Sea of Japan in the northwest. There are many estuaries in the southeast of the Pacific Ocean, forming many natural ports. In terms of prosperity and development, the southeast is higher than the northwest.

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Tokyo is faster than Beijing time 1 hour.

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The voltage in Japan is 1 10 volts. There are two frequencies, 50Hz in kanto region and 60Hz in Kansai. Mobile phone, camera, computer, etc. Belonging to 100-240 volts can be used directly. 99% of sockets in Japan are two-phase flat sockets, so both three-phase and two-phase round pins need power adapters.

folk custom

1. You need to take off your shoes when visiting houses or temples.

2. Japanese people are afraid of the numbers 4, 9 and 13, which are pronounced as "death" and "bitterness", so hotel room numbers or floors will have this taboo.

3, the Japanese taboo three people taking pictures, because they think that people caught in the middle will suffer misfortune.

Tourist season

The natural landscapes in all parts of Japan are beautiful all year round, each with its own style, and it is a veritable country suitable for playing all year round. When choosing the travel date, we should pay attention to three time periods: 65438+February 31-65438+1October 3, the Japanese "Golden Week" in early May and the Kogasawara Festival in mid-August. During this period, many shops and restaurants are closed, traffic is crowded and mixed, and air tickets to and from Japan will increase in price, but we can experience Japanese life and traditions. Besides the above, there are many unique traditional festivals and seasonal celebrations all over Japan. You can pay attention to whether you have encountered such festivals when traveling, and avoid these periods if you don't like crowds. In addition, 65438+ 10 and July are the best discount seasons for shopping. The following is introduced by season (Honshu Island is the main island, and the climate and tourist season of Hokkaido and Okinawa are slightly different).

Spring (March to May)

From the end of March to the beginning of April every year, it is a short and gorgeous cherry blossom season, during which schools open and new employees take up jobs. In a sense, every year is a "new beginning" for Japan. This season is a normal tourist season in Japan, and cherry blossom viewing resorts in Tokyo and Kyoto are crowded with people.

Summer (June to August)

June is usually the rainy season in Japan, which will have some influence on travel. The midsummer season after the plum rains is hot and humid, and the temperature is similar to that in south-central China. There are many seaside resorts along Japan's long coastline, which are very suitable for summer. It is also a good choice to go to the mountainous areas such as Karuizawa and Nagano for summer vacation. The summit route of Mount Fuji is also open to tourists in summer. There are many traditional festivals in Japan in summer. You can visit the night market and enjoy the fireworks show.

Autumn (September-165438+1October)

All over Japan, forests are dyed and red leaves are everywhere. Kyoto, Aomori and other places are good places to enjoy maple. Appreciating chrysanthemums is also a great tradition in Japan. Autumn is also called "Autumn of Culture" in Japan, and various exhibitions, concerts and sports competitions will be held.

Winter (65438+February-February)

In the coldest season, it snows everywhere in Japan, and soaking in hot springs in the snow is the greatest enjoyment. There are many ski resorts in the central, northeastern and Hokkaido areas to experience. Hokkaido also has world-famous festivals such as Sapporo Ice and Snow Festival and Otaru Snow Lantern Road.

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New Year's Day

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From New Year's Day 65438+1 October1to 65438+1October 3, these three days are called "the first month" and they are completely idle. In the new year, people visit shrines or friends' homes to celebrate the New Year, drink and eat unique food. Children play Japanese cards, fly kites and play badminton. Colorful flowers made of pine branches and straw will be placed at home, which means "inserting trees to welcome the gods". At that time, the whole family will also go to the shrine to pray and pay New Year greetings to each other.

Puppet Festival ("Young Festival")

Time: March 3rd.

The annual day when girls beg for happiness and healthy growth. On this day, every household displays dolls and peach blossoms in traditional court costumes, as well as diamond-shaped rice cakes and dried rice balls. Doll Festival originated from the ancient belief in ritual purification. People believe that human crimes and filth can be washed away in the purification ceremony by the river. Later, people used paper dolls in these ceremonies; After the edo period, these dolls were designed to look like toys today.

sakura festival

Time: March 15 to April 15.

The Japanese government has designated March 15 to April 15 as the "Cherry Blossom Festival" every year. In Ueno Park, the largest park in Tokyo, the "Cherry Blossom Festival" is held at this time of the year. Enjoy the beauty of night sakura from morning till night, day and night. When the flower season comes, pink flowers are gathering clouds and fog, and the scene is very spectacular.

Kanda Festival

Time: Saturday and Sunday nearest to May 15.

Since the Edo era, the festival of Kanda Shrine has been one of the two major festivals in Edo. A grand festival is held every May 1 Sunday. In this festival, the atmosphere is promoted to a climax by Taigu Carnival and sedan chair slowly advancing in the street. Major festivals are held every other year.

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Time: Friday, Saturday and Sunday in the third week of May.

The most popular Shinto Festival in Tokyo is held in a block with traditional culture and at Asakusa Shrine. You can watch Binzasala Dance in the shrine. Dancers in gorgeous clothes dance with an instrument called Binzasara, praying for a bumper harvest and prosperity for future generations. Weaving Wood plays like an accordion, opening and closing freely, which is impressive.

Mountain king sacrifice

Time: June10-June 16

Shandawang Festival, officially named "Shandawang Festival", is one of the highest-level "ceremonies in the world" in the Edo era. Yinshan Festival is held every other year. In the main festival year, it will be held together with other regions, such as Datian Music and National Dance Conference, which is very lively.

Qixi Festival

Time: July 7th.

Valentine's Day in China is considered to be a festival that combines the customs spread from China with the inherent habits of the Japanese. Valentine's Day in China occupies an important position in Japanese folk activities, and the Japanese call it "the poem of summer scenery". This day is not only the Valentine's Day of the Cowherd and the Weaver Girl, but also people will stick colored paper with various wishes on bamboo branches to realize their wishes.

Meng Lan Basin Festival (Japan)

Time: July 13- 15 or August 13- 15.

An annual day to greet and comfort ancestors and the dead. It is said that the souls of ancestors will go home on this day. According to tradition, it is commemorated on 17 of the seventh month of the lunar calendar. 13 On this day, people lit bonfires to welcome the spirits of their ancestors. 16 On this day, people lit a farewell fire and sent back the spirits of their ancestors. During the festival, the company stores will have a holiday, because people who work in different places will rush home to reunite with their families. At that time, traffic was very busy.

Shenchuan Eight Banners Festival

Time: August 15, Saturday and Sunday.

The Eight Banners Festival in Kamikawa is a field celebration combining Japanese holy land parade and water splashing. From seven o'clock in the morning, all kinds of onlookers poured water on the parade on both sides of the eight-kilometer parade road until five o'clock in the afternoon. As a bystander, you are extremely lucky if you don't get wet.

Appreciate the bright full moon

Time: June 15, September 13.

The Japanese custom of enjoying the moon originated in China. After it was spread to Japan, the local custom of holding a banquet while enjoying the moon began to appear, which was called "Moon Watching Banquet". Japan won't let you eat moon cakes. On the evenings of August 15 and September 13 of the lunar calendar, the Japanese will eat a white jiaozi made of glutinous rice, called Jiangmi jiaozi, also known as Moon-watching jiaozi.

Tokyo International Film Festival

Time: every year from1October 23rd to1October 30th, 10, lasting for one week.

An international film festival recognized by the International Federation of Film Producers. Entries are limited to feature films.

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In Japanese customs, children aged 3, 5 and 7 are particularly lucky, so every time165438+1October 15, boys aged 3 and 5 and girls aged 3 and 7 wear bright kimonos and go to visit the shrine with their parents, hoping to be healthy and grow up smoothly. But now, children wear other clothes, too. On this day, children's parents will go to the store to buy a candy called chitose candy for their children. It is said that this kind of candy can bring children a long life. The whole family is busy, eating red bean rice and mandarin fish with the head and tail.

Tip: Experiencing the three major festivals in Edo is the most unique entertainment. Tokyo used to be called "Edo", and the three major festivals in Edo refer to the three major festivals, namely, the Yamanaka Festival, the Kanda Festival and the Eight Banners Festival in Shenchuan, but sometimes the "Three Societies Festival" is added instead of the Eight Banners Festival in Shenchuan. If you happen to meet the "three major festivals of Edo" when traveling to Japan, don't miss it. It is a rare opportunity to experience traditional Japanese festivals in the most prosperous city in Japan.