Un país de contrastes asombrosos — templos antiguos y trenes bala, temporadas de flores de cerezo y megaciudades iluminadas por neón, serenos posadas ryokan y ramen con estrella Michelin.
- Capital
- Tokyo
- Población
- 123.300.000
- Superficie
- 377.835 km²
- Idiomas
- Japanese
- Moneda
- Japanese Yen (¥)
- PIB
- $4.186.431M
Información útil
Lado de conducción
Izquierda
Plato nacional
Sushi, Japanese curry,Ramen
Visitantes anuales
4.115.800 (2020)
Seguridad
Muy bajo (0.23/100k)
Big Mac
$3.03
Temp. media
11.8°C
Costa
Con costa
☎ Policía 110 · Ambulancia 119 · Bomberos 119
Guía de viaje
Japan, known as Nihon or Nippon (日本) in Japanese, is an island nation in East Asia. Its insular character has allowed it to develop a unique and very intricate culture, while its closeness to other ancient East Asian cultures, in particular China, has left lasting influence. Despite belonging to a nation long at war, Japan's people have always placed emphasis on inner balance, tranquility and natural beauty. These traditional values have become increasingly important now that Japan has grown to be one of the world's most densely-populated countries, and its legendary work ethic makes life in its cities quite hectic. Japan's sophisticated cuisine has spread to all corners of the world, but it is only in the country of its birth where you can appreciate its true form. Japanese pop culture is enormously popular around the world, especially anime, manga and video games, driving tourism to this country. In the 19th and 20th centuries, Japan enjoyed impressive economic growth, putting it among the world's most affluent nations today. This was mostly driven by rapid modernization and specialization in high technology. Japan is full of contrasts between the living tradition and much cherished heritage, and its ultra-modern infrastructure, buildings and facilities. While the Japanese are known to be reserved and their English language skills are not their strongest asset, they will go out of their way to make you feel a welcome visitor. Japanese retail businesses are also known for th
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Mejor época
La primavera (marzo–mayo) para las flores de cerezo y el otoño (octubre–noviembre) para el follaje son las temporadas altas. El verano (junio–agosto) es caluroso y húmedo con festivales. El invierno es frío pero ideal para esquiar en Hokkaido.
Visado
Los ciudadanos de 68 países, incluyendo EE.UU., Reino Unido, UE, Canadá y Australia, reciben una estadía sin visa de 90 días. La mayoría de otras nacionalidades pueden solicitar una visa de turista a la llegada o con anticipación.
Lo más destacado
Mount Fuji is with 3776 meters Japan's highest mountain. It is not surprising that the nearly perfectly shaped volcano has been worshiped as a sacred mountain and experienced big popularity among artists and common people throughout the centuries. Mount Fuji is an active volcano, which most recently erupted in 1707. It stands on the border between Yamanashi and Shizuoka prefectures and can be seen from Tokyo and Yokohama on clear days. Note however, that clouds and poor visibility often block the view of Mount Fuji, and you have to consider yourself lucky if you get a clear view of the mountain. Visibility tends to be better during the colder seasons of the year than in summer, and in the early morning and late evening hours than during the middle of the day. Although clouds frequently obscure the peak, you should be able to see it in the morning. The following locations offer some of the best views of Mount Fuji: Koyo-Dai, Chureito Pagoda, Route 134, Mt. Fuji Panorama Ropeway, and Izunokuni Panorama Park. If you want to enjoy Mount Fuji at a more leisurely pace and from a nice natural surrounding, you should head to the Fuji Five Lake (Fujigoko) region at the northern foot of the mountain, or to Hakone, a nearby hot spring resort. Mount Fuji is officially open for climbing during July and August via several routes.
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Ciudades principales
Tokio
Tokio es la capital de Japón — una emocionante mezcla de rascacielos ultramodernos y templos antiguos, comida de clase mundial y vida nocturna vibrante.
Kioto
Kioto es la antigua capital imperial de Japón, hogar de más de 2000 templos, santuarios y exquisitos jardines tradicionales japoneses.
Osaka
La cocina de Japón, conocida por su obsesión por la comida callejera, su cultura mercantil, la vida nocturna de Dotonbori y su accesibilidad universal.
Hiroshima
Una ciudad que se transformó de la tragedia en un poderoso símbolo de paz y reconciliación.
Nara
La antigua capital de Japón donde los ciervos que deambulan libremente comparten las calles con templos y santuarios budistas del siglo VIII.
Fukuoka
La ciudad más habitable de Japón, conocida por sus deliciosos ramen Hakata, los puestos callejeros de comida yatai, y tu puerta de entrada a la fascinante región de Kyushu.
Sapporo
Capital de Hokkaido, famosa por su espectacular Festival de la Nieve, sus excelentes estaciones de esquí, su cautivador parque de osos y los mariscos más frescos de Japón.
Nagasaki
Una ciudad de profundo peso histórico — la bomba atómica, la historia comercial holandesa, y una de las culturas más cosmopolitas de Japón.
Kanazawa
La ciudad de las artes de Japón — Kenroku-en (uno de los tres grandes jardines de Japón), el distrito geisha de Higashi Chaya, y el arte contemporáneo.