What do you find most attractive in Japan?

Question

This is Travel Japan, and many people ask questions about their travel plans.I have noticed, however, certain tendency among the tourists,most of whom go to Japan (tokyo) to party in Roppongi and Harajuku, and to meet nice Japanese girls. There are even questions more suitable for Dating and Singles than Travel Japan.And it seems to me that the cultural heritage of Japan is not so interesting and attractive for most tourists. Therefore, I'm interested to know what is the most attractive part of Japan for non-Japanese?Except to study or work, why do you go to Japan?

Answer 1

I think it depends on what sparked you interest in Japan in the first place. If you love manga you'll go to Akiharbara and spend most of your time in Tokyo. If you love geisha you'll probably go to Kyoto.

For me I grew up with loads of little Japanese influences from friends at school, Tv shows like Monkey Magic and Astro Boy, video clips in the 80's ect. I just wanted to see what created all those things I loved. I was able to live there for 18 months so I saw everything I wanted to see and more. If you live in a country town like I did you can make a network of friends much easier and delve into Japanese culture a bit better. People that only go to Tokyo get less of this, it's wild and exciting but in the end I feel they don't really discover true Japan.

Now I go to Japan because my partner is Japanese, I'm learning Japanese and love Japanese history. I've travelled to most places and have seen a lot of the major sights but now I'm scaling it down and delving into to not so famous places soley for history. My other passion for Japan is Ramen and spend a bit of time finding the perfect Ramen restaurant. A lot of my Japanese friends and I debate over which is the best and trade favourite or secret places.

One other thing that attracts me to Japan is how clean it is and service. I'm from Australia and service just doesn't exist. I wince everytime I arrive back home and watch how the people at the airport treat tourists. Our trains are disgusting, I often wonder if they are rubbish bins on wheels and you really have to look hard to find a building that isn't smashed, graffitied on, dented, scratched or dirty. We have no pride or respect for ourselves and I love that Japan does.

Answer 2

On a totally personal level, I am fascinated by Japan's history and religions, and almost totally uninterested in modern city life. I enjoy this page and all, but I know when I come here that I'm not going to find somebody to discuss the Sea
Battle of Dannoura. I am going to find a bunch of people asking where they should sightsee in Tokyo, or how they can get a job teaching English in Japan. Which is totally fine! Just keep in mind that the people who are interested in a deeper side of Japan probably aren't asking the questions for the most part, they're answering them.

Answer 3

Chasing the past. The wealth of historical artifacts and ancient buildings that can give one a feeling of how it was when there were Samurai, farmers, and merchants. The intertwining of past and present while walking through a city and visiting thousand year old shrines. Eating ramen in a five seat shop near Lake Biwa on a drizzling rainy day, after shopping at a store where all the decorations and gifts are made from beautiful glass. Walking on the white sand of Okinawa after having a fresh serving of Goya and listening to the music accompanying dinner at a traditional Okinawan restaraunt. Going to a shrine on New Years Eve and ringing the bell. Then, drinking a spot of sake on a paper cook served by a kind monk. Walking through a castle and looking at swords that were used over 500 years ago and armor that was worn in battles that determined who would rule Japan. Lastly, walking through a beautiful park filled with tall bamboo, while crossing a bridge and looking down at the many koi who gather for food, while a little turtle paddles by.

Answer 4

I have always dreamed of going to Japan. Well, not always, but at least the past ten years. I think that Asian women are beautiful and I love the thought that Japanese culture, though still modernized, is still historical. I think of all cultures in the world, the Japanese culture has intrigued me most of all. I'm just amazed at the respect they show to one another or that they used to. I guess thats why I want to go so bad. I want to live it but I'll barely get to experience it. By the way, I think we're going to hotel hop around Kanto.

Answer 5

I think it depends on where you go in Japan. Some places can be relaxing (like Hokkaido), but if you go to Tokyo, it's probably like going to New York City since it's so crowed and fast-paced. I did heard some people went to Japan to see contests(video games) or cosplay stuff...a lot of people purchase some electronic stuff while they're in japan too.

Answer 6

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Answer 7

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