Perhaps Japan’s most iconic natural landmark, Mt Fuji is an active volcano which looms over the route between Tokyo and Osaka and has been worshipped and regarded as a sacred place throughout Japanese history. In the summer, climbing all 3,700 metres of Mt Fuji is popular among locals and tourists. Alternatively, climb and trek the Japanese Alps, a mountain range which dissects Japan’s main island. Located just 2 hours away from the buzzing metropolis of Tokyo, the two are easily combined as part of a tour. To experience all of this and more, try Wendy Wu’s 17 day fully-inclusive Japan Uncovered tour from £7,290pp. Turn to page 9 for more details. 日本 Heritage Sites. The city’s many temples are open for morning prayers and visits and are located in a variety of stunning locations. The most famous is the Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine, which is now one of Japan’s most photographed sites. _____
One of the best ways to experience a place is to indulge yourself in the extra-curricular activities of the locals, and what better way to do that in Japan than to sample the thrills of a sumo wrestling tournament?
Immerse yourself in mystical Japanese history with the temples of Kyoto, including 17 UNESCO World
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