hey fam, have any of you guys been to Japan? if yes could you please suggest some places to visit? if not could you please ask any of your friends?THANKS
That’s amazing if you ever get the chance to go to Japan - it is a very different culture and very fun, with kind people. I went as part of macrob exchange and there were quite a few very nice places we visited in Kobe, Kyoto and Tokyo. One of the places I would recommend 100% is onsen. Anyone will do. Even though it might seem uncomfortable at first, it really gets you into the traditional culture of Japan and it’s so relaxing :)
Another amazing place is in Kyoto - the Golden temple - kinkakuji. We went when it was lightly raining and it’s filled with greenery and peace and you can also indulge in culture by doing a tea ceremony amidst beautiful gardens. With some nice matcha and traditional sweets ;) There are many wonderful temples to visit in Kyoto, as well as Kiyomizu temple - it’s in the ‘mountains’ (small ones) and the market shops leading up to it are very peaceful with lots of hustle bustle and you can eat wonderful food at nice scenic restaurants.
In tokyo, there are lots of good shopping spots if you’re into that thing! I suggest Akihabara for some anime merch and cheap electronics (we had girls who bought high tech rice cookers from there!), or Ameyayoko, or Harajuku (nice crepes and fashion clothing), or in my opinion - Shinjuku is the best for everything - you can get clothes, electronics, art supplies, etc.
Hope this gave you some ideas! Enjoy your trip (and the amazing food hehe)!