Custom of Bowing in JapanThe custom of bowing in Japan is actually quite a bit more complex that it may seem on the surface. Occasions for bowing include, but are certainly not limited to, introductions, greetings, expressing appreciation, and apologizing. The actual intricacies of bowing are complex, with the depth and duration of bows determined according to the situation. While in most instances you can get by with a simple handshake when meeting a Japanese person for the first time, you'll come off as even more polite and well-mannered by adding a bit of bowing to your repertoire while in Japan.
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Tokyo
That first visit to Tokyo can be overwhelming. In order to help you
navigate through this massive cultural mecca, our
Tokyo Guide provides you with just a small guide to our
favorite Tokyo destinations and attractions.
Kyoto
Kyoto
is a treasure trove of fascinating and culturally important temples, shrines, castles, arts, and artifacts for visitors to explore, many of which are National Treasures of Japan and UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
YokohamaYokohama
is an exciting port city full of fun attractions and sightseeing spots. You can very easily enjoy the best of what Yokohama has to offer on a day-trip from Tokyo, yet there is enough to see and do that you could easily make Yokohama your prime Japan travel destination!
Nikko
Nikko
is a popular tourist destination famous for the mausoleums of the Tokugawa shoguns, which are UNESCO World Heritage Sites, as well as soothing onsen hot springs surrounded by a breathtaking landscape of wooded mountains, waterfalls, and scenic hiking trails.
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