places of interest
Mount Fuji: Mount Fuji is the highest peak in Japan and a symbol of the Japanese nation. It is praised as the "sacred mountain" by the Japanese people. Mount Fuji is located in the south-central part of Honshu, 8 kilometers east of Tokyo, with an area of 9.76 square kilometers and an altitude of 3,776 meters. The peak is towering into the sky and the top is covered with snow. It is conical, like a fan hanging upside down. It is a Japanese poet. "Fuji Snow Reflects the Morning Sun" and other poems to praise it. Since Japan has written records, Mount Fuji has erupted 18 times, the last time in 177, and since then it has become a dormant volcano.
Tokyo Tower: Tokyo Tower is the tallest tower in Japan, located in Tokyo, and was built in 1958. It is modeled after the Eiffel Tower in Paris, France, with a height of 33 meters. The red colors are bright and dazzling. There are aquarium, restaurant, shop, coffee shop and other facilities in the tower, and there are two observation platforms with a height of 15 meters and 25 meters on the tower. Standing here, you can have a panoramic view of Tokyo.
Kinkaku Temple: a villa originally built by saionji, a minister, was built in the 14th century and later owned by ashikaga yoshimitsu, a shogunate, and it has been renovated and expanded on a large scale. It is as high as three floors. Looking from a distance, it is glittering, so it is called "Golden Pavilion Temple". The first floor is the aristocratic style of heian period, the second floor is the samurai style of Muromachi era, and the third floor is modeled after the "Exactly Top" of the Tang Dynasty in China. The tail of its tower is decorated with a phoenix cast by gold and copper, which adds a bit of beauty to the building. In front of the temple is a garden centered on Jinghu Pool, and the magnificent golden pavilion is reflected in Jinghu Pool, which is quiet and elegant and has a unique scenery. It can be called a representative landscape of Kyoto.
Silver Pagoda: Silver Pagoda is located at the foot of the Dongshan Mountain in Kyoto. In 1482, it was built by Ashikaga Yoshimasa, the grandson of Muromachi shogunate ashikaga yoshimitsu, in the shape of Jingu Temple. The unique style of Silver Pagoda is clean and elegant, which is in sharp contrast with the brilliance of Jingu Temple. It was built in 1482, and it is an exquisite two-story attic. The first floor is called the Heart-empty Temple, which is a place for monks to read Buddhism and practice. The second floor is called Chaoyin Pavilion, and the third floor is Zen Buddhist Hall. Jingu Temple is both a temple and a residence, with beautiful environment and pleasant scenery.
Tang Zhaoti Temple
Asu Volcano
Dongda Temple
Yandao Shrine
Ping 'an Shrine
Nazhi Waterfall
Qingshui Temple
Dongxunfang. By planting mulberry and developing sericulture, the village has been able to continue in the mountainous area that has been almost forgotten by human beings in the long historical process. In order to reduce the pressure of snow in cold winter, residents increased the inclination of the roof and built a unique double-decker thatched house with steep slopes. This kind of wooden house is generally 18 meters long and 1 meters wide, with 3-4 floors inside, and generally lives in a large family. Because the shape of the roof is very similar to the way that Japanese people put their hands together when they worship God, it is called "palm-folding house" or "triangle house". In addition to the significance of economic prosperity, these villages have shown the world the industrious quality and wisdom of ancient laborers in adapting to the environment and developing the economy.
[ Edit this paragraph] Festivals and Holidays
New Year's Day —— January 1st has always been a folk custom to celebrate the New Year, but it was confirmed as a national holiday in 1948. According to the traditional custom, the "big dark day" (New Year's Eve) is cleaned up. Pine, bamboo and plum ("pine door") are placed in front of the door (now it has been replaced by pictures) to show good luck. After dinner on New Year's Eve, the whole family ate noodles (buckwheat noodles). After dinner, they watched TV programs specially broadcast for the New Year, while waiting for the New Year bell, which was called "Shounian". Eat mixed cooking (rice cake soup), drink Tu Su wine and eat "Yujie cuisine" (various delicious and festive dishes) for breakfast on New Year's Day. Generally, New Year's Day is 5-7 days off. Adult Day-The second Monday of January every year was designated as a national holiday in 1948. According to Japanese law: 2 years old is an adult. On this day, all young people who have reached the age of 2 are dressed up to attend the adult celebration ceremony. And take this day as a new starting point of life, and begin to have the rights and obligations to fulfill the law. On the anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China-February 11th, Japanese myths and legends, on February 11th, 66 BC, Emperor Jimmu unified Japan, established Japan, and became the first emperor of Japan. In the old days (before the end of World War II), it was called "Era Festival", which was abolished in 1945 and renamed after its restoration in 1966.
anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China-February 11th
In December 1966, Sato's cabinet proposed February 11th as the anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China, and it was implemented the following year. On February 11th, 66 BC, the first generation of emperors ascended the throne. It is the New Year's Day of the first year of ancient Emperor Jimmu calculated according to the solar calendar.
Cherry Blossom Festival-March 15th
Cherry Blossoms are in full bloom in spring and March. Japanese people think that cherry blossoms are elegant, vigorous, delicate, simple and independent. They regard cherry blossoms as a symbol of hard work, courage and wisdom. Generally, Japanese people choose to travel and enjoy cherry blossoms at this time, which is also an excellent time to praise nature and relax. However, the flowering period of the same plant can not be on the same day, there is always a sequence; Moreover, the flowering period of cherry blossoms is very short, so in the cherry blossom viewing month of March, the 15th (mid-March) was chosen as the Cherry Blossom Festival (at this time, most of the cherry blossoms have also bloomed, and the early cherry blossoms have not yet fully thanked).
Sakura is the national flower of Japan. "If you want to ask the soul of Yamato, look at the cherry blossoms under the sunrise." Cherry blossoms have a history of more than 1 years in Japan. The Japanese believe that life is short, and living should be as brilliant as cherry blossoms. Moreover, cherry blossoms are warm, pure and noble. After the severe winter, they first bring the news of spring. Therefore, the Japanese government has designated March 15th to April 15th every year as the "Cherry Blossom Festival". At this time, people bring their relatives, invite friends, sit on the floor under the cherry trees, enjoy cherry blossoms and drink, which is really a great pleasure in life.
Daughter's Day-March 3rd
Pray for girls' healthy growth and happiness
Spring Equinox-March 2th
Formerly known as "Spring Imperial Sacrifice", is the day when the emperor worships his ancestors in spring, and the Japanese also carry out grave-sweeping activities on this day to sacrifice their ancestors. This day is also a day to praise nature and care for creatures.
Green Festival —— April 29th
Hirohito's birthday
Constitutional Memorial Day —— May 3rd
On May 3rd, 1947, the Japanese Constitution implemented
Boys' Day —— May 5th
Wish boys thrive, and 1948 was designated as a national holiday (formerly known as Dragon Boat Festival). On this day, all families with boys hang cloth carp (called "carp flag") on the roof, put calamus leaves on the door, and eat dumplings for the whole family.
Summer Festival-August 15th
On this day, the government will hold a memorial procession, and the government and its non-governmental organizations will hold many performances. People will put on beautiful kimonos, go shopping, buy things, and participate in recreational activities (that is, China called the Garden); The surrounding storefronts will also be decorated on this day and various special activities will be carried out. The primitive custom of this temple fair originally came from China, and later spread to Japan. Combined with the local culture of Japan, there are various memorial activities today, which gradually formed Japan's own national cultural characteristics.
The Bonsai-the fifteenth day of the seventh lunar month
is held on the fifteenth day of the seventh lunar month. The Bonin Festival is the largest traditional festival among Japanese people, also known as "Soul Festival", "Lantern Festival" and "Buddhist All Souls' Meeting". Originally, it was a day to worship ancestors and pray for blessings, but now it is a festival of family reunion and happy village. Every time the Bonin Festival, Japanese enterprises have a holiday of 7 to 15 days, and people rush back to their hometown for reunion. People living in small towns and rural areas have to wear summer kimonos and dance in the obon.
See you on the Moon-August 15th of the lunar calendar
In the eastern world, most people have the habit of enjoying the moon. On August 15th, Japan will prepare balls, seasonal fruits and other items to offer sacrifices to the moon by the window, and then enjoy the moon at the same time. The moon will be particularly beautiful when it is high in the quiet autumn sky. For Japanese people who are agriculture-oriented, the original intention of enjoying the moon is to pray for a bumper harvest of crops, but now it is purely enjoying the moon.
respect for the elderly-September 15th
1966 was designated as a national holiday to show respect for the elderly who have made contributions to society and wish them health and longevity. On this day, celebrations were held all over the country to present souvenirs to the elderly.
autumnal equinox-September 23rd
Formerly known as "Autumn Imperial Sacrifice", it is the day when the emperor pays homage to his ancestors in autumn. People also offer sacrifices to their ancestors on this day to remember them.
Sports Festival-October 1th
The opening day of the Tokyo Olympic Games in 1964 was designated as a national holiday in 1966. The autumn sports meeting is usually held on this day.
cultural festival-November 3rd
was set in 1937. The old name "Meiji Festival" is to commemorate the birthday of Emperor Meiji. Now is the day to award the "Cultural Medal" to those who have made outstanding contributions to science and culture. Because the medal is engraved with chrysanthemum patterns, it is also called "Chrysanthemum Day". On this day, schools at all levels are closed and some meaningful activities are organized.
Children's Day 753-November 15th
is a festival especially for girls aged 7 and 3 and boys aged 5.
Labor Thanksgiving Day-November 23rd
was set in 1948. Formerly known as "New Taste Festival", it was the day when the Emperor tasted new rice. This day is also a day to respect labor and celebrate production.
date of emperor's birth-December 23rd
Emperor Akihito was born on December 23rd, 1933.
Christmas-December 25th
In Japan, Christians are not the only ones. Many people exchange Christmas gifts with their families or their boyfriends and girlfriends and enjoy a big Christmas dinner together on Christmas Eve. Usually, decorated Christmas cakes are prepared to celebrate. In order to stimulate consumption desire, various department stores and enterprises will start to speculate on the so-called Christmas activities before Christmas. From the second half of November every year, department stores and shopping streets will be decorated very beautifully, and then a series of Christmas sales activities will begin.
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