Travel back in time to the days of
samurais and stone burial grounds and visit one of the many historic ruins of
Japan. This country, which is rich with culture, can be better understood
through a knowledge of its past.The site of the Yoshinogari Remains contains
one of the largest collections of archeological remains in the country. It is
estimated that remains from this site date back to the 3rd century
BC. The largest tomb mound in Japan is located at this site along with pit
dwellings, storehouses and watchtowers. Visitors can view models of all
artifacts from this site at the Yoshinogari Exhibition Hall.Hirosaki Park is
another noteworthy historical site, which contains the Hirosaki castle ruins.
Built in the 17th century, this castle is surrounded by a triple
moat. Paper lanterns lighting up the town and annual events, such as the cherry
blossom festival, create a unique and entertaining atmosphere in
Hirosaki.Formerly the capital of Japan, the Heijo-kyo area is now a popular
historical attraction and the site of the Heijo Palace ruins. The Heijo Palace
Site Museum contains many of the artifacts that have been unearthed during the
excavation of this site, believed to have dated back to the 8th
Century.The 
Sumiyoshi-taisha Shrine is the site of millions of visitors every
year as it is the headquarters of thousands of Sumiyoshi-sha Shrines throughout
Japan. This is also the location of the Otaue Ceremony held every summer, where
inhabitants of the area come together to pray for rich harvest. Traditional art
and dances are performed and a ceremonial planting of rice seeds by the women
takes place at this ceremony.These are just a few of the ancient historical
grounds of Japan and additional information on travel and visiting information
for these sites can be found on the Japan National Tourism Organization
website. www.exploring-japan.com/
Japan’s
natural wonder: Mt. Fuji
One of the biggest landmarks
associated with Japan is the infamous Mt.
Fuji. The highest mountain in Japan, it can be seen from several of the
country’s cities; such as Yokohama and Tokyo. If you’re interested in trekking
this natural wonder, there are only two months where climbing is in season;
July and August. Despite the warm temperatures within the country, the
mountaintop itself reaches below freezing temperatures (even for the climbing
months). During the off season, the freezing temperatures are even more
extreme, and the high winds makes trekking the site extremely dangerous. It is highly
recommended you avoid the mountain during the off season; besides, almost all
of the facilities are closed during this time. If climbing isn’t your forte,
but you still want to enjoy the area’s natural beauty, the bottom of Mt. Fuji
is just as gorgeous. There are several trails at the foot of the mountain, and
they are perfect for hiking (during the on and off season).Close to Mt. Fuji,
tourists can enjoy the beautiful Fuji Five Lakes or the mountainous Hakone
region. Hakone is one of the most popular tourist spots; not only can you
obtain a spectacular view of
Mount Fuji, but also, enjoy numerous attractions.
At the Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park, you can see the Great Boiling Valley
sulphurous springs, the Hakone Jinja Shrine, as well as the pirate ships of
Lake Ashinoko.Just remember to respect the locals when you visit the Mt. Fuji
area. . . and by locals, this actually means monkeys. Throughout the region,
you’ll find these animals traversing the roads and begging for grub. As long as
you keep your windows up and doors locked, they’re quite fun to watch!
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