Traveling around the 'Land of the Rising Sun'
Japan is a land of great contrasts, centuries-old traditions live on alongside state-of-the-art technology. Be swept behind the facade of neon and cosmopolitan cities, sometimes at the fast pace of the Shinkansen high-speed train, then at walking pace as you stroll through quiet zen gardens.
You can be a spectator at a spectacle of Sumo wrestlers or Samurai fighters , but also take up the sword yourself during a workshop. Or do you opt for an origami , calligraphy or manga drawing workshop? Visit Shinto shrines and Buddhist temples , meander through ancient forests or attend a folkloric festival , and enjoy views of Mount Fuji from a cruise ship.
At the end of the day, everything settles down once you retire to a traditional hotel, the ryokan . Experience the special Japanese hospitality in an environment that radiates peace and harmony. Bathing in a thermal spring, the experiences of the day glide by once more, the pace slows down. Vibrant activities and tranquility, experience it in it 'Land of the Rising Sun' .
