Cheap Flights to Japan

Visit Japan - for Technology, History, and Scenery!

Japan, an island country in the East Asia, is located in the Pacific Ocean. This country is highly developed with a very high standard of living. Japan is often called “the Land of the Rising Sun,” and is rich in scenic beauty. The country is known for its history, cinema, music, video gaming, rich cuisine, and its contribution to science and technology. Japan enjoys the highest life expectancy and the third lowest infant mortality rate in the world. The country has one of the most efficient public transport systems in the world.

Japan is known for its advance technology and is rich in ancient traditions that dates back to thousands of years. You will find here everything, from futuristic skyscrapers, and neon arcades to tranquil bamboo forests, and serene temples. While here, check out the remarkable landmark, majestic Mount Fuji. It is the country’s highest mountain peak, climbed by more than a million people each summer as an act of pilgrimage. You can simply view it from a distance. Spend your noon exploring the beautiful Imperial Palace. Visit Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park to explore monuments, memorials, and museums, which narrate the events of the fateful day. Make a trip to Kyoto to check out its well-preserved temples, palaces, and gardens. Also, make a trip to Jigokudani Monkey Park, famous for hot springs and monkeys. Travelers visiting the country are suggested to book flights to Japan in advance to secure discounts on tickets.

Top Destinations to Visit in Japan

Tokyo

Tokyo is the capital of Japan and is home to the seat of government and parliament. It is one of the world’s most modern city in terms of infrastructure and design. Must visit places here include - the Imperial Palace, Ginza District for shopping, Senso-ji Temple, and National Museum of Nature and Science to name a few attractions.

Kyoto

Visit Kyoto for its sacred shrines, iconic temples, palaces, gardens, and bamboo forests. While here, check out - Kyoto Imperial Palace, Fushimi-Inari Taisha Shrine, Kiyomizu Temple, and Nijo Castle to name a few attractions.

Hokkaido

Hokkaido is popular for hot springs, volcanoes, and ski areas. Top attractions here include - Asahiyama Zoo, Farm Tomita, and Blue Pond. Also, while here, do relax in the hot springs, visit popular national parks, and delight in scrumptious food.

Ishigaki Island

It is one of the lushest and most culturally rich areas in all of Japan. One of the top activities to do here is star gazing. It is one of the best places in the world to star gaze with 84 constellations visible on a clear night.

Nara

Visit Nara for its shrines, monasteries, museums, and the famous Nara Park. Top places to visit here include - Nara Park, Kasuga-taisha, Ninja Museum of Igaryu, Isuien Garden, Nara-koen Park, and Nara National Museum.

Famous Festivals and Events in Japan

Get a glimpse into Japanese culture by attending one of its festivals. Some of the famous ones include - Sapporo Ice and Snow Festival, which is held for a week in February, and is one of the Japanese most popular winter events, attracting 2 million people from around the world. Omizutori is celebrated in March and is one of the most visually entertaining festivals of the year. Hanami - is a Japanese tradition of celebrating the beauty of Japanese flowers, the most popular being the cherry blossom tree. In the cities of Tokyo, Osaka and Kyoto, the cherry blossom festival is held around the end of March and the beginning of April. Kanda Matsuri - held in May, is ranked amongst the top three festivals and celebrations in Japan. Tenjin Matsuri - is held in July and has been named the world’s greatest boat festival dedicated to the patron god of learning and art, Sugawara-no-Michizane. Awa Odori Matsure - Awa Odori has been named the largest dance festival in Japan and attracts more than 1 million tourists and visitors every year between the 12th and 15th August. Travelers, planning to visit during festivals are suggested to book tickets in advance to secure cheap flights to Japan.

Interesting Facts about Japan

• Japan consists of over 6,800 islands
• There are more seniors in Japan than kids. The oldest people in the world are two Japanese - 117 and 116 years old.
• In Japan, people greet each other by bowing instead of shaking hands.
• 75 % of Japan is mountainous, which forces 93.5 % of its population to live in the remaining 25 % of the land.
• Japan has more than 3,000 McDonald’s restaurants, the largest number in any country outside the U.S.
• In Japan, it is acceptable to take a nap, called inemuri, on the job, it is viewed as evidence of exhaustion from working very hard.
• The biggest Japanese community outside of Japan is in Brazil.

Tricks to Get Cheap Flight Tickets to Japan

• Flying to Japan with a connection or flying in a non-Japanese airline can help you find cheap Japan flight tickets.
• You are suggested to fly to secondary airports of Japan, like Osaka and Nagoya to save big.
• Use airline miles to save on your tickets.
• Be flexible with your travel dates, and time.
• Join the airline mailing lists. It will ensure, you receive a mail when seat sales happen and when new routes are announced.

Best Time to Visit Japan

Late Spring, between the months of March & May, and late autumn, between the months of September and November are generally considered the best times to visit the country. The cherry blossom of spring, and hues of autumn leaves are fascinating. The colder winter month, between December and February though are less appealing. They are good to secure deals on Japan flights. Summers are warm and humid but are good for hiking. It’s also considered season of festivals.

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