Then be sure to travel with an open mind and be prepared for a shock to the senses. Japan is where tradition and culture mesh with a forward thinking technological society. It is a country full of wonderful contradictions and is a a fascinating and more importantly, fun country to visit.

So get ready for traditional tea parties, boisterous karaoke bars, rural festivals and the bustling high tech cities!

Japan, an island country located in the Pacific Ocean lies to the east of China and Russia. Japan's name means 'sun-origin' hence it is sometimes referred to as the "Land of the Rising Sun". The Japanese refer to Japan as Nippon and Nihon.

Japan's population is around 127.3 million, it is the world's second largest economy and has one of the highest life expectancy rates in the world.

» Mount Fuji: Japan is made up of over 3,000 islands the largest of which are Honshu, Hokkaido, Kyushu and Shikoku. Most of the islands are mountainous and many are volcanic. Japan’s highest peak, Mount Fuji, is a volcano and you will take a day trip to see Fuji-san. For details of the trip to Mount Fuji click here >

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