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The Land of the Rising Sun, Japan, is a masterful combination of tradition and modernity. Ancient pagodas and spirit gates coexist here with mirrored skyscrapers, pompous five-star hotels with cozy ryokans, and popular spa centers with national ofuro baths. This almost fantastic mix of Eastern heritage and Western achievements is the main thing that attracts guests to the country.

 

But in addition to the incredible atmosphere, there is much to enjoy: many are interested in the unique architecture of Japan, the world-famous Golden Pavilion in Kyoto, the Imperial Palace, and many ancient temples. The country is represented by the best amusement parks for children: Disneyland, DisneySea, and Universal Studios. Generally, Japan is visited by a diverse but invariably wealthy contingent: mainly tourists who have already visited many countries and business people. There is only one thing the government has let down, at least for budget travelers: prices are high here, and the concept of "low season" does not exist in principle. As for the number of attractions and museums, everything is fine here: Japan will find something to surprise guests with even on their tenth visit.

 

Despite the gradual decline in residents, Japan remains one of the most densely populated countries in the world. Over 124 million people live here, and the vast majority—two-thirds—are residents of large cities on the Pacific coast of Honshu Island. Of these, 38 million people are the population of the Greater Tokyo metropolitan area.

 

The capital, as well as the cities of Osaka, Moriguchi, Kawasaki, Yokohama, Saitama, Nagoya, Urayasu, Ichikawa, and others, has a record population density of 8 to 20 thousand people per square kilometer. It is extremely difficult to meet migrants in Japan—97% of the local population are Japanese. About 1.2% are Ryukyuans living in Okinawa Prefecture, 0.9% are Chinese, and 0.5% are Koreans.

 

When the next cyberpunk movie is shown, a post-apocalyptic world is the backdrop. This giant metropolis seems to have "emerged" from the future, preserving all the best from the past: the futuristic buildings of the Odaiba district, which arose literally on a pile of garbage, the skyscrapers of the financial center of Shinjuku, like scenery for the snow-capped slopes of Fuji, neighbor traditional gardens, the magnificent imperial palace, and the Kabuki-za theater. To understand what the capital of Japan lives and breathes, even if only a few years are enough, this city is so surprising.

 

Kyoto deserves no less attention - the center of cultural values ​​and the very spirit of the Land of the Rising Sun. The city offers tourists thousands of Buddhist and Shinto temples, gardens created with no less inspiration than world masterpieces of painting, and entertainment for every taste.

 

Hot springs in the suburbs of Sapporo, the grandiose theme park Universal Studios Japan in Osaka, and the incredibly large shopping district in Nagoya, where traditional crafts are presented, are popular with visitors to the country.

 

For a beach holiday, you should visit the Okinawa archipelago, consisting of several dozen islands. The beauty of the underwater world awaits divers on Kerama and Zamami, a coastal strip with white sand and a sea of ​​fabulous aquamarine color, on Tokashiki and Miyako. For a cultural program, head straight to Ryukyu, dotted with medieval castles, many of which are on the UNESCO World Heritage List.

 

If the cosmic landscapes of Tokyo weren't enough, a stroll through the port of Yokohama will more than fill your memory bank. Tourists keen on world religions head to Kamakura, home to the largest Shinto temple and the largest Buddha statue in Japan.

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