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Japan remains something of an enigma to people in the Western world. On one hand it is a giant producer of cars, computers, and a whole array of sleek electronic goods. Yet on the other it is still the land of the geisha and bonsai, the dainty tea ceremony, and the delicate art of flower arrangement. In fact, Japan is a land of curious contrasts - an intricate blend of East and West. While the cities are modern, the farther you get into the countryside, the farther you go back in time. You will find extended families living in large old wooden houses, dressed in more traditional clothes, and getting on with fairly simple lives. There are 9 regions, each with its own dialect, customs, and unique traditional culture. Japan is actually made up of several thousand islands. The terrain is mostly rugged and mountainous with many dormant and some active volcanoes. Mount Fuji (Fujisan), 3,776 meters high, is Japan's highest mountain and a volcano that last erupted in 1708. It is not surprising that the nearly perfectly shaped volcano has been worshipped as a sacred mountain. Nearby hot spring resorts are popular. A highlight of the Japanese calendar is the blooming of the cherry blossoms from Janurary to late March/April.

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  • Hotel Jal City Hiroshima

    Located in Hiroshima, Hiroshima Prefecture, Chugoku, Japan

    Hotel Jal City Hiroshima

    Hotel JAL City Hiroshima is conveniently located for business and leisure travelers, five minutes by street car to the civic center and shopping area. Near the hotel, there is the Shukukei-en, a beautiful place which is famous for its flowers "ume (Japane...

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  • Nagoya City Science Museum

    Located in Nagoya, Honshu, Kansai, Japan

    Nagoya City Science Museum

    Let visitors understand the principles and applications of science, generating fun and excitement. Let visitors think about the relationship between scientific technology and human beings. To better understand the problems facing society through the u...

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  • Hiroshima Kokusai Hotel

    Located in Hiroshima, Hiroshima Prefecture, Chugoku, Japan

    Hiroshima Kokusai Hotel

    Hiroshima Kokusai Hotel is located the center of Hiroshima (Japan), and very convenient place for your business and shopping. The Hiroshima Kokusai Hotel has a Western style room and Japanese style room. They are suitable for a family or group accommod...

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  • Universal Studios Japan TM

    Located in Osaka, Honshu, Kansai, Japan

    Universal Studios, which is based on Hollywood movies, is one of the most prominent movie theme parks in the world, and Universal Studios Japan has Steven Spielberg as its advisor. This movie theme park takes you into the attractive world of movies with ...

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  • Green Hill Hotel Onomichi

    Located in Onomichi, Hiroshima Prefecture, Chugoku, Japan

    Green Hill Hotel Onomichi

    Green Hill Hotel Onomichi is located in the water front building which takes a role as a lobby of Onomichi Port. The 1st floor is Onomichi Port Terminal, the 2nd floor is ...

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  • Natural Hotel Elsereine

    Located in Nagoya, Honshu, Kansai, Japan

    Our hotel established in 2001. Smoking is prohibited in our hotel. We have a reputation with Organic Jpanese food. We are looking forward to see you.

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  • TOHTO Guesthouse

    Located in Tokyo, Honshu, Kansai, Japan

    TOHTO Guesthouse

    Foreigners in Japan have much difficulty in finding accommodation. When you rent an apartment, you are required to pay Reikin (two months reward for landlord), Shikikin (deposit of two months of rent with landlord), brokerage charge, and renewal charge in...

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  • Yokohama Plaza Hotel

    Located in Yokohama, Kanagawa, Kanto, Japan

    Yokohama Plaza Hotel

    Welcome to the Yokohama Plaza Hotel, Japan. The Hotel was established in 1974 and this efficient business Hotel is located just two minutes from the west exit of Yokohama JR station, making it very convenient for getting around the city or up to Tokyo. T...

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  • Toyoko Inn Yokohama

    Located in Yokohama, Kanagawa, Kanto, Japan

    Toyoko Inn Yokohama

    Welcome to the Toyoko Inn Yokohama Hotel, Japan. This Hotel is a 5-minute walk from the south exit of JR Kannai station or No.1 exit of Kannai station on the subway line. The Hotel is also a 5-minute walk from the No.3 exit of Nihon odori on Minatomirai...

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  • Kouroan

    Located in Osaka, Honshu, Kansai, Japan

    Located in the Hotel Ichei in Osaka. At Kouroan tiny lanterns light the pathway through the faux bamboo grove upstairs, but we prefer the entertainment at the big counter down on the main level. House specials include free-range chicken from Kochi (bot...

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