In Chinese, Japan means "Sun", so Japan is called the land of the rising sun. Due to its location on the Pacific Rim in the temperate zone, Japan has four distinct seasons: spring, summer, autumn and winter, and a beautiful, green, natural landscape with rich and diverse flora. Therefore, Japan is always in the Top of the most beautiful countries in the world and is loved by many tourists. Besides, this island nation also possesses a long history, a unique and diverse culture with friendly, hospitable people and advanced science. If you have a need to travel to Japan this year, do not forget to join Tugo to learn the 4 poetic and characteristic scenes of this island nation.
1. Mount Fuji
Referring to Japan, it is impossible not to mention Mount Fuji. As a typical and famous symbol of Japan, Mount Fuji or Mount Fuji is the highest mountain in Japan with an altitude of 3776m. This mountain is an inspiration and subject in art photography and paintings as well as in Japanese literature and music with its snow-covered peak year-round majestic and equally poetic.
For Japanese people, Mount Fuji always protects, protects and brings good luck to help the country develop and prosper as it is today. For them, climbing this majestic sacred mountain once in a lifetime is a very meaningful job that everyone wants to do.
Picturesque Mount Fuji in spring
Visitors are no exception. This active volcano located between Yamanashi and Shizuoka prefectures has always been a popular climbing spot and is visited by a large number of tourists from late July to late September, the best time to climb.
If there is not enough time and no need to climb the mountain, sitting and enjoying the tea ceremony and watching this majestic mountain from afar is also an unforgettable and interesting experience that visitors will surely remember for a lifetime.
2. Jigoku Dani . Monkey Park
With a cool temperate climate all year round, especially cold in winter, the outdoor hot spring bathing culture is very popular with locals as well as tourists. But bathing in hot springs with monkeys is too unique and strange, isn't it?
Coming to Khir Jigoku Dani Park, you will experience this exciting activity. Jigoku Dani is Japan's inherent monkey protection and sightseeing park, located in Nagano Prefecture. Because they live on the Shimokita Peninsula, Aomori Prefecture is located at the northernmost tip of Honshu, they are also famous as the northernmost monkeys in the world.
Here, visitors can have access to monkeys that almost keep this wild state. However, because the monkeys living in this park are wild monkeys, it is strictly forbidden to touch and throw food to the monkeys.
Jigoku Dani is an architectural work that blends traditional and modern features. Coming here in winter, visitors will be delighted with the image of monkeys living in the snowy mountains bathing in hot springs (Onsen baths) to overcome the cold. Sometimes, they even fall asleep comfortably while bathing, which is very funny and unique, allowing visitors to take pictures.
Funny Onsen Bathing Monkeys at Jigoku Dani Park
3. Himeji Castle
In the past, Japan was divided into many domains under the rule of warlords who served the Emperor. Because of this, all over Japan castles were built by local lords to shelter and defend their domains against the turmoil of the times. Therefore, there are still many magnificent castles left throughout the country, of which Himeji Castle is one of the most characteristic castles.
One of Japan's oldest surviving structures, Himeji Castle was recognized by UNESCO as a world cultural heritage site in 1993.
Himeji Castle is located in the center of the city of the same name in Hyogo Prefecture, 650 km west of Tokyo, and was built on the top of Himeyama hill 46.5 meters above sea level with a large area of 233 hectares. .
It was built of wood, not stone, so to avoid fire it was necessary to paint a layer of white plaster on the outside of the castle as well as the entire structure inside. Himeji Castle is nicknamed "White Crane Castle" for that reason.
Himeji ancient castle in spring color
Built by Samurai Akamatsu Norimura in 1333, the castle continued to be remodeled and expanded over the following centuries. Himeji Castle is famous for its monumental main tower and elaborate maze system inside for defense purposes, so it is easy for visitors to get lost in this vast historical structure.
Coming to Himeji Castle during cherry blossom season, you will never forget the poetic and ancient scene here.
4. The village of Shirakawa-go
Shirakawa-go Village is a Gassho-zukuri-style village located in Gifu Prefecture. In 1995, this fairy village was recognized as a world cultural relic.
The type of architecture Gassho-zukuri here is a type of traditional Japanese old house architecture, characterized by a 50cm thick thatched roof on a black ebony truss that slopes down in the form of a hand holding a hand. pray together. This is a very rare ancient structure that can only be seen in Shirakawa-go and Gokayama locality.
The old houses in Shirakawa-go are still used by locals in daily life. Conservation work in this village is very important, in addition to the house in Gassho-zukuri, buildings such as temples, Koya (these are small houses used as temporary residences of girls up to the period of the period. moon), wooden warehouses, temples, waterways are all well-kept. The village still retains the rich natural landscape, neighborhoods, and daily life as in the old days, full of mysteries.
The 4 seasons in this ancient village are all beautiful, but the most special season to visit this fairy village is in winter. The Haku-san mountains, where the village is located, has the heaviest snowfall in Japan. Every January and February, on Saturdays, all the old thatched houses are lit up on the white snow, creating a famous light festival here.
The village of Shirakawa-go with its fairy-like shining festival
The scene of the romantic village shining warmly even in a beautiful, picturesque snowy space has captivated many visitors coming here.
Above are 4 stunning scenes that you cannot fail to visit when visiting the land of Phu Tang. If you do not have experience traveling abroad, book yourself a Japan Tour of a reputable travel agency.
