Culture of Korea

This article is about the traditional culture of Korea. For the modern culture, see culture of North Korea and culture of South Korea. Lotus lantern festival The current political separation of North and South Korea has resulted in divergence in modern Korean cultures; nevertheless, the traditional culture of Korea is historically shared by both states. Traditional arts Dance     ...

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JAPAN DESTINATIONS

JAPAN DESTINATIONS Japan has a great many attractions that will entice tourists from all over the World.  Whether it be the beautiful landscapes, the state of the art sports venues, the technology, the food or the history, there is enough to keep you tantalised until it's time to go home. We have listed below our top destinations that we feel offer the most for people visiting Japan.  Among...

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JAPAN EVENTS

JAPAN EVENTS Japan is famous for its colourful and enriching events and festivals.  Wherever you may be visiting in Japan with its array of both local (matsuri) and national festivals, you are sure to be close to a celebration or marked occasion of some sort. Enjoy traditional festivals through to annual sporting festivals.  Below you will find information on a handful of recognised Japanese...

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Japanese tourist

Tourism in Japan attracted 8.3 million foreign visitors in 2008, slightly more than Singapore and Ireland. Japan has 16 World Heritage Sites, including Himeji Castle and Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto. Kyoto receives over 30 million tourists annually. Foreigners also visit Tokyo and Nara, Mount Fuji, ski resorts such as Niseko in Hokkaido, Okinawa, ride the shinkansen and take advantage of Japan's...

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Culture of Japan

The culture of Japan has evolved greatly over the millennia, from the country's prehistoric Jōmon period, to its contemporary hybrid culture, which combines influences from Asia, Europe, and North America. The inhabitants of Japan experienced a long period of relative isolation from the outside world during the Tokugawa shogunate, until the arrival of "The Black Ships" and the Meiji period. Japanese...

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