Tourist GuideBook

JAPAN

NOUR’EL AIN BINTI NORHISHAM

(DCA231001)

GOKKUL A/L SATHIASEELAN

(DGD231902)

MUHAMMAD MAHDUM
BIN SHAIK ABDUL KADER
(DIC201017)

LECTUTER : MADAM NORJANNAH

BINTI MANSOR
 Japan’s Top
Experiences
ACCESS FROM MALAYSIA TO JAPAN

Kuala lumpur => 6 hours 50 minutes => Tokyo – Haneda

Airport

Welcome to Japan …
** HOKKAIDO
** KYOTO
** TOKYO
*
1 BIG NATURE
Startlingly blue caldera lakes. Hulking volcanoes (many of
which you can climb, or even ski down). Alpine meadows
that teem with wildflowers come summer. Japan is blessed
with spectacular natural landscapes. There is opportunity
for real adventure here, to stretch your legs and go far and
deep; but also, for outdoor experiences of all levels. Break
in your hiking boots and get your camera ready.

Hokkaidō
Hokkaido is Japan's northernmost island: a largely
untamed, highly volcanic landscape marked by
soaring peaks, crystal-clear
lakes and steaming hot springs. Hikers, cyclists
and road trippers are all drawn to the island's big
skies, wide open spaces and dramatic topography.
Kamikōchi
Mt Fuji
One of the most stunning natural vis- tas in
Japan, Kamikōchi is a highland river valley Even from a distance Mt Fuji (pictured above)
enveloped by the soaring peaks of the Northern will take your breath away. Close up, the
Japan Alps. It's the jumping off point for gentle, perfectly symmetrical cone of Japan's highest
river- side day hikes and more challenging alpine peak is noth- ing short of awesome. Dawn from
ascents the summit? Pure magic

BUDDHIST TEMPLES

2 BUDDHIST TEMPLES
Japan's Buddhist temples are not just active places of
worship; they're also repositories of centuries of art,
architecture and landscape design. Marvel at the
monumental sculptures of the Buddha; the pagoda that
have stood for a millennium; the stark, meditative Zen
rock gardens; and the gilded pavilions of the medieval era.
Let the incense wash over you. Or join the monks for
Kyoto
Kyoto, Japan imperial capi- tal for a
thousand years, has more than a
thousand tem- ples (including many
of the country's most historically,
culturally and artistically important).
But part of the beauty of visiting
Kyoto is finding your own quiet
spot, overlooking a manicured
garden, matcha (powdered green
Kōya-san
The most awe-inspiring site at mountain
monastery Kōya-san is Oku-no-in (pic- tured
left), a vast cemetery filled with moss-
covered stone stupas set among towering
cedars. Kōya-san is also the place to experi-
ence staying at a temple lodge, which
includes meals of shōjin-ryori (Buddhist
vegetarian cuisine)

Nara
Nara's 15m-tall Daibutsu (Great Buddha;
pictured left) was first cast in the 8th
century, at the dawn of the Japanese
empire. It's among the largest gilt- bronze
effigies in the world and the temple that
houses it, Todai-ji, is among the world's
largest wooden structures.
3 MODERN CULTURE
Modern culture in Japan is a fascinating blend of traditional and contemporary
elements. Japan is a country that has a long and rich history, but also embraces
innovation and change. Modern culture in Japan, especially in Tokyo, is a fascinating
blend of tradition and innovation. Tokyo is a city where you can experience both the
ancient and the futuristic aspects of Japanese culture. of how you can enjoy the
diversity and richness of Tokyo’s culture from different districts.

TOKYO is Japan’s capital and the world’s most populous metropolis. Tokyo is
also the largest prefecture in Japan, with a population of over 14 million people . Tokyo offers a
seemingly unlimited choice of shopping, entertainment, culture and dining to its
visitors.

AKIHABARA is a district in central Tokyo that is

famous for its many electronics shops and has also
gained recognition as the center of anime culture. Many
shops and establishments devoted to anime and manga
are dispersed among the electronic stores in the district.
Hundreds of electronics shops, ranging from tiny one-
man stalls specializing in a particular electronic
component to large electronics retailers, complex on the
east side of the station.
SHIBUYA is one of Tokyo's most colorful and
busy districts, packed with shopping and dining serving
swarms of visitors that come to the district everyday.
Shibuya is a center for youth fashion and culture, and its
streets are the birthplace to many of Japan's fashion and
entertainment trends. Numerous department stores and
shopping malls can be found around the area catering to
all types of shoppers.

HARAJUKU refers to the area around Tokyo’s Harajuku Station,

which is between Shinjuku and Shibuya on the Yamanote Line. It is the
center of Japan’s most extreme teenage cultures and fashion styles, but
also offers shopping for adults and some historical sites of interest. The
focal point of Harajuku’s teenage culture is Takeshita Dori (Takeshita
Street) and its side streets, which are lined by many trendy shops, fashion
boutiques, used clothes stores, crepe stands and fast food outlets geared
towards the fashion and trend-conscious teens. Harajuku is not only about
teenage culture and shopping. Meiji Jingu, one of Tokyo’s major shrines, is
located just west of the railway tracks in a large green oasis shared with
the spacious Yoyogi Park
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Gyoza
Famous Food in Japan

A moon-shaped dumplings. Another one of

those dishes that can be found in almost
every Japanese restaurant, regardless of their
style, but that many people miss. Although
Chinese in origin, the varieties you'll discover
during your Japan stay are often quite distinct
from the original. Gyoza comes in several
varieties in Japan. One of the most popular is
"yaki-gyoza": the dumplings are prepared with
a filling of minced pork meat, cabbage, garlic,
onion, and ginger. They are then lightly fried
until they become crunchy and of a nice dark-
gold color. Enjoy them with a dip made with
soy sauce, rice vinegar, and spicy oil.

Gyudon
A mouth-watering one-dish meal of beef over rice
(gyu = beef). Gyudon is a quick meal served in
specific restaurants or Japanese fast-food chains
such as Yoshinoya. A bowl of steamed rice is
topped with thinly sliced beef and tender onion,
simmered in dashi broth (a popular Japanese
ingredient), and seasoned with mirin and soy
sauce. Sometimes it’s served topped with a lightly
cooked egg. During lunch break, enjoy this quick
and tasty dish and get back to your tasks
(although you probably won’t need to go to work,
you’ll enjoy having more time to sightsee and
explore on a full and satisfied stomach).
 Gyukatsu (Beef cutlet)

A wonderful beef variation of the popular pork-

based tonkatsu (which we also recommend you
try) is a dish of deep-fried breaded beef, usually
served with cabbage, barley rice, miso soup,
potato salad, and pickles. The preparation
makes for a tender and crunchy texture and a
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very flavourful but not overwhelming taste.

Karaage

Refers to chicken, but depending on the area

you eat out. The pieces of meat are lightly
coated with wheat flour or potato starch and
deep-fried in oil. Sometimes the ingredients are
marinated beforehand. It’s usually served with
a slice of lemon on the side, but you can enjoy
it with or without it. The chicken variety is
especially common in restaurants, street-food
carts, izakaya, and convenience stores.
Karaage is cheap, tasty, and fast.

Daily and widely consumed by most Japanese

people. Many foreigners seem unable to eat natto
because these fermented soybeans have a potent
smell that most find unpleasant. Furthermore, its
stickiness makes it a little weird for many non-
Japanese. It is, though, definitely worth trying, as it’s
genuinely Japanese food. Natto is often served with
rice (a rolled variety easily found in convenience
stores and sushi restaurants) and dipped in a few
drops of soy sauce. Alternatively, it’s served with
spicy Japanese mustard called karashi.
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