Japan Hotels

Japan, with its rich eastern heritage, modern architecture and cutting-edge technology, is popularly frequented as a vacation destination. Having given the world more than its dainty Sakura cherry blossom flowers, seaweed-enveloped Maki sushi rolls and Teriyaki-style dinners, Japan has a long list of attractions that claim its fame. Perhaps the best time to visit Japan is during the popular 'Golden Week' in early May which falls right before the rainy season in June. If you are going to be travelling during this peak time, it is best to make hotel reservations well ahead of time so as to guarantee a hotel of your choice. Hotel rooms in Japan tend to be relatively smaller compared to European standards.

As the Capital of Japan, Tokyo is a large and modern metropolis which attracts a large number of visitors each year. It boasts a rich culture, an extensive establishment of museums, theatres and temples, and a variety of top-rated tourist attractions. When in Tokyo, be sure to visit the Tokyo National Museum, which encompasses twenty five Japanese Art galleries, a Japanese landscape garden, and the ancient Tein Teahouse. Perhaps the most interesting of all attractions to visit when in Tokyo, is the Kabuki-Za Theatre. A traditional Japanese theatre style, Kabuki performances attract large audiences. The audience is free to eat and chat at the performances and are permitted to come and go as they please since the typical performance will last for hours. For a taste of Japanese culture and spirituality, consider visiting the striking Asakusa Kannon Temple. Japan also offers numerous opportunities for shopping. The most popular shopping district in Tokyo is Ginza; an enormous spread of designer stores and independent boutiques sure to delight shopaholics. Some of the best hotels in Tokyo can be found in the extended Ginza. A fantastic five-star hotel and amongst the most luxurious hotels in Japan, is The Peninsula Tokyo Hotel. Other well-established luxury hotels guaranteed to make for a pleasant stay include The Shangri-La Hotel Tokyo, and The Four Seasons Marunouchi Tokyo, both of which are conveniently located in the city.

Kyoto is another tourist hotspot in Japan boasting quaint Japanese gardens, beautiful shrines and temples, and pre-war houses. The city boasts a delicate melange of history, culture and modernity. With its well-preserved art and architecture, there is much to see in Kyoto. Some of the city's best works of art are housed in the various temples scattered across the city. Amongst the most ornate temples to visit are the Byodo-in Temple, the Daikaku-ji Temple, the Daitoku-ji Temple and the Ginkakuji Temple. Perhaps the one attraction in Kyoto where you definitely should not forget to take your camera is the Katsuru Rikyu Imperial Villa which boasts extensive gardens. Finding accommodation in Kyoto is not a challenging task. The city offers several accommodation options and a number of five star hotels. Perhaps the most luxurious hotel in Kyoto, and one of the best hotels in Japan, is the Rihga Royal Hotel Tokyo.