Let's get down to the specifics.
Japan is made of approximately 7,000 islands.
The 5 main islands are named Hokkaido, Honshu, Kyushu, Shikoku and Okinawa.
As we explore Japan we will be stepping back into its history
as even today Japan seems to have one foot in the past and one in present.
Ancient Eastern traditions blend with its current contemporary electronic age.
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Japan is home to great natural beauty and many of them depend on what season you are in.
Spring is best for cherry blossoms.
In winter, you can visit the snow monkeys in Jigokudanai Park.
But no matter the weather, you can always see Japan's highest mountain Mt. Fuiji,
tour Tokyo with its many museums or visit ancient castles seeped with lore of old warriors called samurais.
The Japanese take food seriously.
It is often as much a work of art as it is a delicious meal.
As Japan is a string of islands,
seafood is a big part of the cuisine.
Other staples include rice, soy and vegetables.
Next time you decide to eat out
try some of Japan's most popular dishes
such as sushi, ramen, soba and tempura at your local Japanese restaurant.
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