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Overview
Konichiwa! The Japanese are
very friendly people and will they welcome you to their charming country from the
first day. Never mind that you won't understand them as few of them
speak English. From bustling Tokyo to the amazing countryside of northern
Japan to the tropical islands of Okinawa, Japan has it all. From Kyoto's
quiet temples to the crazy fashion in Harajuku, this is all a part of
Japan's unique culture. And of course the world's best and freshest
Sushi. There is more than 10 flights from Bangkok to Tokyo each day and
there are always special deals available. Japan, a fascinating country that you should not miss.
A bit of History
In the 17th century, a military dictatorship
was the beginning of a long period of isolation
from foreign influence. For 200 years this
policy enabled the country to produce stability and a flowering of its
indigenous culture. With the Treaty of Kanagawa with the United States in
1854, Japan opened its ports and began to significantly modernize. During the late 19th and early 20th centuries,
the country
became a major regional power that was capable of defeating the forces of both China
and Russia. It subsequently occupied the Korean peninsula, Taiwan, and
the Sakhalin Island. In
the 1930s Japan launched a devastating invasion of China. Japan attacked
the United States in Pearl Harbor in 1941, triggering America's entry into World War II.
Japan soon
occupied much of East and Southeast Asia. After its crushing defeat in World War
II, the country recovered quickly to become a global economic powerhouse,
reaching the status of being the second largest economy in the world. While the
Japanese emperor
retains his throne as a symbol of national unity, actual political power rests in
somewhat murky networks of politicians, bureaucrats, and business executives.
The Japanese economy went through a major economic slowdown starting in the 1990s following
three decades of phenomenal growth. While Japan still remains a major
economic power, both in Asia and globally, India and China are
increasingly gaining momentum both regionally and globally.
How to Get There
The route between Bangkok
and Tokyo is one on the most competitive in Asia. Several airlines serve
this routes nonstop, including
Thai Airways,
Japan Airlines,
All Nippon,
United Airlines
and Northwest
Airlines. Especially the two American carriers usually offer
airfares at around THB 10,000 (plus taxes). There are also good
connecting flight options available with other Asian carriers.
The Highlights
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Shop till you drop
in Tokyo's Ginza and Shibuya districts |
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Admire the cherry
blossoms across the country in spring |
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Climb Mount Fuji
and enjoy the sunrise from the top |
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Relax in a
traditional Onsen in Hakone |
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Get spiritual in
Kyoto's many temples |
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Country Profile
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Country Name |
Japan |
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Capital City |
Tokyo |
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Major Gateways |
Tokyo (NRT)
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Osaka (KIX)
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Population |
128 million |
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Languages |
Japanese |
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Main Religions |
Shinto, Buddhism |
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Currency
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Yen (JPY) |
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Time Difference with Thailand |
+2h |
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Calling Code |
+81 |
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Best Time to Visit |
All year round |
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Visa Requirement for Thai Citizens |
Visa required |
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Travel Time from
Bangkok |
5-6h (nonstop) |
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More info |
www.jnto.go.jp
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Map |
Click here
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National Flag |
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