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Tracing Japan’s Cherry Blossom Peak Across the Country |
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Images of cherry blossoms endure in Japanese culture and grace everything from fabrics and home decor to modern art, anime, and literature. But there’s nothing quite like seeing Japan’s enchanting cherry trees in full bloom. The delicate pink blossoms appear from south to north across the 2,400-mile country. The flowers’ peak lasts for only about two weeks in each area, which is why they’ve become symbolic of the brevity of life. But their arrival also signals spring’s optimism and renewal. Here are three great places to fete the nation’s favorite flower. |
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Scare Away Winter Laziness with the Namahage Demons of Japan |
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The Namahage Sedo Festival is one of five major snow festivals in Tohoku region. It began at Mayama Shrine in Kitaura, Oga City, Akita Prefecture, in 1964 and is held for three days every year on the second Friday, Saturday and Sunday of February. The dances of brave and powerful Namahage demons under the bush lanterns in the precincts of Mayama Shrine are a captivating sight. |
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Enjoy the colors and bright lights of Chinese New Year in Nagasaki |
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The Nagasaki Lantern Festival brings the city alive with light and music. One of the most impressive performances is the Jaodori, a kind of dragon dance, acrobatics, lion dancing and mask changing show. Started by Chinese settlers as a way of celebrating the Chinese New Year, this festival was originally a modest affair confined to Nagasaki's Chinatown. In recent years the festival has grown and proved increasingly popular with visitors to the city. It is now one of the highlights of the Nagasaki event calendar in February. |
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Promising Prestigious Stays with Elegant Rooms and Superb Service |
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by the Capitol Hotel Tokyu
from JPY46,700 + taxes and service charges |
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Located in the heart of Tokyo and honored with a Five-Star rating by Forbes Travel Guide, the Capitol Hotel Tokyu has been certified as a "Legend Collection" property by "Preferred Hotels & Resorts." This graceful building with modern flare and traditional Japanese subtleties was designed by famed architect Kengo Kuma. |
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Curated, Standard Plan: 9 Days Tokyo, Kyoto and Hiroshima Private Tour |
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by IACE Travel
from $3,150 per person (Land Only) |
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Imagine basking in a hot spring bath at the foot of Mount Fuji, drinking sake with an apprentice geisha in Kyoto or seeing Tokyo from the water as you cruise down the Sumida River. This tour collects the best of Japan's classic cultural and natural locations. |
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Walking the Nakasendo and Beyond |
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Nothing beats exploring a new culture on foot. Slowing down to walking pace allows you to absorb the sights and sounds in technicolour detail, helping you get under the skin of a new place. |
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Did you know?
Cherry Blossom season in Japan varies depending on what region you are in. Some regions of Japan experience blooms earlier or later than others.
Which region in Japan experiences the latest cherry blossom blooms?
a. Kyushu
b. Hokkaido
c. Tohoku
d. Kansai
Prize:
Three lucky winners will be selected among those who answer correctly. The prize will be a cherry blossom designed folder.
How to enter:
Enter your answer by March 11th, 2022, at
https://surveys.benchmarkemail.com//Survey/Start?id=1448621&s=1359445
Japan Travel Newsletter Quiz Official Rules
The answer for the Newsletter Vol. 78 (February issue) was: b. Hiroshima
Thank you for your participation! |
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Useful Travel Information |
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Visit our advisory information page for Japan-related Coronavirus information, as well as updates regarding travel and tourism to Japan. Please check our Japan Safe Travel twitter account for live updates @JapanSafeTravel. We also operate a 24/7 hotline specifically for tourists with service in English for any questions, concerns, or emergencies at +81-50-3816-2787.
• JNTO Japan Visitors Hotline: +81-50-3816-2787 (24/7)
• JNTO Japan Official Travel App: https://www.jnto.go.jp/smartapp/eng/about.html |
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