Japan

Japan is a fascinating country situated in north-east Asia. It is comprised of more than 4,000 islands – the main four being Hokkaido, Honshu, Kyushu and Shikoku.

The Japanese name for Japan is ‘Nippon’ or ‘Nihon’ meaning ‘sun origin’ and is often translated as ‘Land of the Rising Sun’. It is a country of contrasts; engaging a combination of futuristic cities, ancient culture and diverse scenery. Japan is famous for its relatively short Cherry Blossom season.

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