Holiday in Japan

Bo Xilai and his wife in Japan

Japan is a highly developed country in Asia, even very advanced in the field of digital technology, electronics, and is the largest producer of motor vehicles in the world. Japan is also one of the world's economic powers. Although Japan is very successful in the field of economics, but Japan also is keeping an ancient tradition and culture. There are many heritage properties in this country.

Tokyo Tower by night. Image: insomnia.ac

Japan successfully blends technology and ancient traditions are beautiful and harmonious. This country has a unique and distinctive charm. If you want to vacation in the 
future, in addition to Bali, then Japan is the 
right choice.  Bo Xilai an Agency Manager of Prudential Life Assurance, has been on a vacation to Japan a few years ago due to receive an award from the insurance company. Sure is fun get free leisure opportunities as experienced by Bo Xilai and friends.

 If you holiday in this Sumo country you can start from Tokyo. Take the time you come to Tokyo Tower, one of the best places in town if you want to enjoy views of Tokyo with a background of Mount Fuji. Tokyo Tower is a member of the World Federation of Great Towers. In the tower there is also a wax museum and art gallery.

Bo Xilai in front of a palace in Japan

Continue your trip to Nagoya, the city located between Tokyo and Kyoto. If you visit this city make sure to visit Nagoya Port. This port presents objects of interest such as icebreaker (Fuji). The ship was used in the expedition to Antarctica. Fuji ship now stationed at Nagoya Port, and you should not enter into this historic ship. Nagoya Port is also 'home' to Nagoya Public Aquarium, where you can see the natural beauty under the water, including the orca and whales.

Do not forget to visit Kyoto. The city is the second most popular tourist destination in Japan after Tokyo. The city is saving historic sites and more than 15 of them into the classification of UNESCO World Heritage Property. The town is known as 'The Thousand Year Capital' is a source of many aspects of Japanese culture that we know today. Do not forget to visit the Gion district. If lucky, you can see Geisha and photographing their bias. Here there is also a traditional restaurant and a Japanese teahouse.

Bo Xilai and his wife in temple

You must have heard of Hiroshima. The city was once destroyed by an atomic bomb attack during World War II. Hiroshima is also worthy of the list of places that must be visited while in Japan. Hiroshima is famous for the Hiroshima Peace Memorial, one of the places to go, even if you are not a fan of history. The place is showing a lot of moving pictures showing the city of Hiroshima after the attack. The event was very touching.

Nagasaki Peace Park Monument. Image batikimono.blogspot.com

Nagasaki city also suffered devastated by the atomic bomb. If you In Nagasaki you will feel a European atmosphere. The attraction of tourists there at Peace Park where there is a statue of a child and mother to remind the bombings ahead of the end of World War II were 70% of the victims were children, women and the elderly. There is also Sofuku-ji, a temple elegant architectural style that has a touch of China.

If you want to see a collection of shrines, temples and of the best monuments in Japan, it's worth a visit to Kamakura. Here there is a statue of Great Buddha, a giant statue of the iconic Kamakura.   

 Giant Budha, Kamakura. Image: letterstoadyingdream.wordpress.com

Osaka city is also famous in Japan. Together Tokyo and Kyoto, Osaka is one of the major cities in Japan. Here there is a mix of history and modern economy. When to Osaka, times to visit The American Village (Amerikamura) were included in the 10 tourist attraction in Japan. The place is located in Minami district is represented Western culture and the atmosphere was similar cities in the United States. In this city you can see a replica of the Statue of Liberty, fast food restaurant, international bars, and nightclub.

Yokohama City is also a very attractive city in Japan. With the population reached 3.6 million, Yokohama is the second largest city in Japan after Tokyo (based on population). The city is also home to the largest of the three areas of Chinatown in Japan. Yokohama Chinatown existence is also a major attraction for tourists during a visit to the Land of Sakura's. If you are a fan of Chinese food, be sure to come back here because you can enjoy a variety of delicious meals and snacks as much as you can eat. 

Are you going to meet a group of Ninjas in Japan? Or you dare to challenge the champion sumo and karate?