Japan is a place where the practical and the picturesque exist in balanced harmony. Zen temples endure alongside chrome skyscrapers, a plate of rice and fish becomes a work of art and ancient philosophies are applied to modern business.
Japan is regarded as one of the most hospitable countries in the world and welcomes over 13.4 million visitors every year. Once there, they have the opportunity to witness a culture who is pioneering their approach to the modern fields of science and technology, while remaining deeply engrained in ancestral tradition.
Bright lights and bustle in the Akihabara district of Tokyo. This is a popular spot for fans of anime, manga and video games. Thanks to our own @marinabarbir for this regram.
Traveller @skiwithg spots a maiko (apprentice geisha) in the streets of Gion. Maiko are usually 15-20 years old. They must learn the arts of traditional dance, shamisen playing and dialect before they can graduate to becoming a full geisha.
Japan’s floating torii gate on the island of Miyajima, home to the Itsukushima Shrine. Founded during the reign of Empress Suiko this site is very scared to followers of Shinto. Thanks to our own Keiko H for this beautiful pic.
“Kanazawa dinner. The amount of elegance in each plate in Japan, no matter how simple, is astounding. Always a beautiful presentation.” Flashback from Wanderer-in-Residence @legalnomads to her culinary journey through Japan.
Kinkaku-ji, the "Temple of the Golden Pavilion”, is a Zen Buddhist temple in Kyoto. The present-day structure dates from 1955, rebuilt after the original was destroyed by fire. Thanks to traveller @josef_kennedy for this pic.
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Getting There
G Adventures runs a number of departures encompassing a wide range of departure dates and activities to cater for different tastes. We’re thrilled at the prospect of showing you this big blue planet of ours — check out our small group trips to Japan here.
