Japan
by Jason Waughtal
Climate
The weather in Japan is generally temperate, with four distinct seasons: Winter, from December to February, is quite dry and sunny along the Pacific coast and the temperatures rarely drop below 32°F. The temperatures drop as you move north, with the Central and Northern regions experiencing snowfall.
Major cities
Tokyo, with almost nine million inhabitants, is by far the largest Japanese city. (The Greater Tokyo region is estimated to have a population of some 13 million). In fact the number of residents in the Japanese capital is greater then the combined population of the next three largest citiesYokohama, Osaka and Nagoya.
Traditions and food
Japanese cuisine is the food—ingredients, preparation and way of eating—of Japan. The traditional food of Japan is based on rice withmiso soup and other dishes, with an emphasis on seasonal ingredients. The side dishes often consist of fish, pickled vegetables, and vegetables cooked in broth.
2 interesting facts
Japan has more than 50,000 people who are over 100 years old. The World's Oldest Company operated in Japan from 578 AD to 2006.
Places to see
Art Galleries, Parks, Museums, Zoos, Anime
Kyoto
Fall colors, Temple, Gardens, Art Galleries, Markets
Osaka
Art Galleries, Aquariums, Hot springs, Parks, Shopping
Parks, Beer, Concerts, Arena, Bouldering
Kobe
Fashion, Jazz, Art Galleries, Fall colors, Art exhibition
Hakone
Fall colors, Art Galleries, Hot springs, Mountains, Parks
Skiing, Parks, Beer, Fall colors, Mountaineering
Nagoya
Art Galleries, Castles, Zoos, Fashion, Botanical garden
Nara
Deer, Temple, Art Galleries, Parks, Fall colors