4 must-see stops on an unforgettable honeymoon in Japan
The honeymoon is the most anticipated moment for the newlywed couple. It can easily be interpreted as a ritual [...]
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The honeymoon is the most anticipated moment for the married couple. It can easily be interpreted as a ritual of passage, as it marks the beginning of a new phase of life, namely marital life.
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Most newlyweds describe their wedding day as an event loaded, not only with emotions, but also with expectations and tensions. For this reason, the best way to devote yourself totally to your partner after a period marked by the stress of preparations, is to unplug by setting off on an unforgettable honeymoon.
Among the many possible destinations, organizing your own honeymoon in Japan means, for many, being able to realize a dream long held in the drawer. The Land of the Rising Sun offers a culture who can be exceptionally near and far from our. On so many occasions, from food to art, it represents a world that, with its great fascination, has managed to enter the everydayness of Western life.
Japan is really a country of a thousand faces, the perfect place for romantic getaway after the wedding. If you are in the process of planning your honeymoon, you cannot fail to incorporate into the itinerary these 4 dream stages.
First stop in the capital, the charm of Tokyo
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For a first trip to Japan, a visit to the most famous city is certainly not to be missed. Tokyo is the capital city and is also the most populated metropolitan area in the world.
Despite being the place that sees the birth of the most modern trends and technologies, is capable of preserving even the most ancient Japanese tradition.
Not to be missed, the symbolic Imperial Palace o Edo Castle, the lush Oriental Garden (Higashi Gyoen), the neighborhood of Marunouchi (Japan's business center) and the elegant stores in the district's Ginza.
Kyoto, the heart of Japan
Kyoto is about two hours by train from Tokyo and is the true heartbeat of Japanese culture.
Temples are declared Unesco heritage and historic districts offer a dip into the most authentic and remote Japan.
Absolutely not to be missed is the Kinkaku-ji Temple, or Golden Pavilion, in Kinkakuji-cho.
Nara and Osaka, between history and fascinating places
Less than an hour's train ride from Kyoto, in the southern region of Kansai, two characteristic Japanese towns are reached: Nara and Osaka.
Nara was the first capital of the Rising Sun and is today a place rich in history and culture. Absolutely not to be missed is a visit to the Todaiji Temple where the Great Hall of the Buddha.
In Osaka, however, an unmissable stop is the central Chūō-ku city district which is followed by a visit to the iconic Castle surrounded by monuments, temples and parks.
The Ryūkyū archipelago and the beaches of Okinawa
To the south of Japan are the beautiful Okinawa Islands, main group of the Ryūkyū archipelago, a true tropical paradise where you can enjoy some of the most beautiful beaches in the world, featuring white sand, crystal-clear waters and the exceptional coral reef.
These islands offer extremely romantic itineraries where, in addition to exploring the wonderful naturalistic views, you will encounter places rich in history and tradition.
L'Miyako Island Is the location with the most beaches and it is known to be a true oasis.
