{"id":46044,"date":"2017-05-24T12:00:51","date_gmt":"2017-05-24T04:00:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/?p=46044"},"modified":"2017-05-24T11:26:13","modified_gmt":"2017-05-24T03:26:13","slug":"10-reasons-explore-wonders-japan","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/lifestyle\/travel-play\/10-reasons-explore-wonders-japan\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Reasons to Explore the Wonders of Japan"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The therapeutic experience of walking a country can reveal its truly off-beat hidden gems, from ancient historical rituals to spectacular, untouched landscapes. <a href=\"http:\/\/www.walkjapan.com\/all-tours\" target=\"_blank\">Walk Japan<\/a>, the pioneering operator of walking tours in Japan, provides meticulously planned and expertly led tours that fully immerse visitors in Japanese society, culture and history.<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s 10 reasons to choose walking as a way to explore the varied wonders of Japan:<\/p>\n<p><strong>1. A food lover\u2019s paradise<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-46052\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Food-lovers-paradise-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Food lover's paradise\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Food-lovers-paradise-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Food-lovers-paradise-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Food-lovers-paradise-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Food-lovers-paradise-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Food-lovers-paradise-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Food-lovers-paradise-1068x713.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Food-lovers-paradise-630x420.jpg 630w, https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Food-lovers-paradise.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Japan is known as one of the top gourmet destinations in the world. The Izu Geo Trail and Hokkaido Hike will reveal some of the country\u2019s culinary delights at authentic Japanese restaurants, washed down with local sake. The Izu Peninsula showcases some of the freshest seafood available, from spider crab to squid, lobster, sea bream and much more, while Hokkaido\u2019s famous scallops are world-renowned.<\/p>\n<p><strong>2. Insta-worthy scenery<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-46055\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Insta-worthy-scenery-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Insta-worthy scenery\" width=\"640\" height=\"853\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Insta-worthy-scenery.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Insta-worthy-scenery-113x150.jpg 113w, https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Insta-worthy-scenery-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Insta-worthy-scenery-696x928.jpg 696w, https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Insta-worthy-scenery-315x420.jpg 315w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Japan is the perfect backdrop for social-media worthy imagery, from the snowcapped mountains and pristine forests on the Snow Country Trek, to picturesque old post towns and seasonal Cherry Blossoms on the Nakasendo Way.<\/p>\n<p><strong>3. Digital detox<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-46051\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Digital-Detox-1024x678.jpg\" alt=\"Digital Detox\" width=\"640\" height=\"424\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Digital-Detox-1024x678.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Digital-Detox-150x99.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Digital-Detox-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Digital-Detox-768x508.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Digital-Detox-696x461.jpg 696w, https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Digital-Detox-1068x707.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Digital-Detox-635x420.jpg 635w, https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Digital-Detox.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>For those looking to unplug and unwind, Walk Japan\u2019s Kunisaki Retreat will provide a much needed respite from bustling city life. Nestled in the western end of Japan\u2019s Seto Inland Sea, modern Japan has left this quiet haven of rural life largely untouched. Days will start with calming meditation and yoga sessions, followed by relaxation in onsen thermal hot springs, soba buckwheat noodle master classes, ikebana flower arranging, chado tea ceremonies and Japanese taiko drumming.<\/p>\n<p><strong>4. Culture vultures<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-46050\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Culture-vultures-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Culture vultures\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Culture-vultures-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Culture-vultures-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Culture-vultures-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Culture-vultures-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Culture-vultures-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Culture-vultures-265x198.jpg 265w, https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Culture-vultures-696x522.jpg 696w, https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Culture-vultures-1068x801.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Culture-vultures-560x420.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Culture-vultures.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>History, culture and literature lead guests through Walk Japan\u2019s unique Basho Tour: Narrow Road to the North, which follows in the footsteps of 17th Century Japanese poet, Matsuo Basho. While traveling along quiet country lanes, forest trails and mountain footpaths, guests will learn of the history and tough spirit of the people of Japan\u2019s northerly regions.<\/p>\n<p><strong>5. Unique encounters with fascinating people<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-46058\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Unique-encounters-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"Unique encounters\" width=\"640\" height=\"426\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Unique-encounters-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Unique-encounters-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Unique-encounters-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Unique-encounters-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Unique-encounters-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Unique-encounters-1068x712.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Unique-encounters-630x420.jpg 630w, https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Unique-encounters.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Walking will enable encounters with a range of enchanting personalities, offering insights into local societies and traditions. Guests of Walk Japan can discover the secret to the Okinawan\u2019s longevity and hear the riveting life stories from local craftsmen and fishermen in the Okinawa Voyage, while the Kunisaki retreat includes meditation led by the abbot-in-waiting of Fuki-ji.<\/p>\n<p><strong>6. City Secrets<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-46049\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/City-Secrets-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"City Secrets\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/City-Secrets-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/City-Secrets-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/City-Secrets-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/City-Secrets-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/City-Secrets-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/City-Secrets-265x198.jpg 265w, https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/City-Secrets-696x522.jpg 696w, https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/City-Secrets-1068x801.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/City-Secrets-560x420.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/City-Secrets.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>As well as revealing remote rural hideaways, Walk Japan penetrates the back streets of Tokyo and Kyoto on city tours that uncover more about the history and culture of the fascinating cities than any other tour or guide book.<\/p>\n<p><strong>7. Social conscience<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-46057\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Social-conscience-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"Social conscience\" width=\"640\" height=\"426\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Social-conscience-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Social-conscience-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Social-conscience-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Social-conscience-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Social-conscience-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Social-conscience-1068x712.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Social-conscience-630x420.jpg 630w, https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Social-conscience.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Walk Japan is dedicated to leaving a positive impact on all areas that their tours touch upon. In addition to supporting family-run and local businesses, Walk Japan established a Community Project in Kunisaki to preserve the environment and provide a prosperous future through farming and reforestation initiatives. The project employs local residents and offers Walk Japan employees and guests the opportunity to partake at the end of each Kunisaki Retreat or Trek.<\/p>\n<p><strong>8. Adventure junkies<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-46048\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Adventure-junkies-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"DCIM101GOPRO\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Adventure-junkies-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Adventure-junkies-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Adventure-junkies-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Adventure-junkies-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Adventure-junkies-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Adventure-junkies-265x198.jpg 265w, https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Adventure-junkies-696x522.jpg 696w, https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Adventure-junkies-1068x801.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Adventure-junkies-560x420.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Adventure-junkies.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>For those looking to up the adventure anti, the Yaeyama: Okinawa Voyage goes beyond walking to include kayaking across rivers, mangroves and the open sea as well as snorkeling the coral reefs. Ishigaki\u2019s aquatic paradise is home to over 300 species of tropical fish and, with luck, guests may catch a glimpse of sea turtles as they make their way from the beaches to the open sea. Those looking for the challenge of higher altitudes can trek some of Hokkaido\u2019s highest mountains on the Hokkaido Hike, including Mt. Asahidake, Mt. Tokachidake and nearby volcanoes.<\/p>\n<p><strong>9. Led by the best<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-46056\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Led-by-the-best-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"Led by the best\" width=\"640\" height=\"426\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Led-by-the-best-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Led-by-the-best-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Led-by-the-best-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Led-by-the-best-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Led-by-the-best-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Led-by-the-best-1068x712.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Led-by-the-best-630x420.jpg 630w, https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Led-by-the-best.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Walk Japan\u2019s Tour guides are experts in Japanese culture, food and geography. All guides are proficient in both Japanese and English and have an intimate knowledge of Japan and its people. The ranks of Walk Japan\u2019s Tour Leaders include individuals who have extensive experience across the media, agriculture, commerce, arts, finance, academia and tourism sectors in Japan.<\/p>\n<p><strong>10. Independence<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>For those looking to travel solo, the Wayfarer self-guided tours of Kumano and Nakasendo are an incredible way to immerse in the Japanese countryside. Drawing on the wealth of experience and knowledge amassed by Walk Japan, each guest is provided with the essential logistics and route support along with a Route Booklet covering a mix of historical relevance and modern cultural know-how for entirely independent touring of the roads less travelled in Japan.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Read also:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/lifestyle\/travel-play\/discover-best-japan-walk-japan-team\/\" target=\"_blank\">Discover the Best of Japan with Walk Japan Team<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The therapeutic experience of walking a country can reveal its truly off-beat hidden gems, from ancient historical rituals to spectacular, untouched landscapes. Walk Japan, the pioneering operator of walking tours in Japan, provides meticulously planned and expertly led tours that fully immerse visitors in Japanese society, culture and history. 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