Of the 6,852 islands in Japan, the island of Honshu is the largest. Because it is so big, it is the only one that is divided into 5 regions. From north to south, they are:
Each region has its characteristics that make them unique, not only in terms of climate but also in terms of history and culture. Even the accents or dialects are different.
As the largest island in Japan, it is also the most populated. It is the seventh largest island in the world and the second most populated in the world. It is also the cradle of Japanese civilisation, although the first emperor Jimmu Tenno was "born" in Kyushu, it was in Kansai that they settled and created the first capital of what would become the Japanese people.
The island of Honshu is home to Japan's biggest and best-known cities and attractions.
As if to prove this, it is on this island that we have the most Unesco cultural heritage of all of Japan.
It is on this island that the current capital Tokyo, Mount Fuji, also known as Fuji-san, and the former capitals of Nara and Kyoto are located. It is also where the so-called Japan’s Kitchen is located in Osaka.
On Honshu is also Yokohama, the second largest city in Japan. And Nagoya, a city in the Chubo mountain region, and the city of Hiroshima that went down in history for the worst reasons.
The symbol of Japan, Mount Fuji, is the highest mountain in the Japanese archipelago, 3776 meters high. It is also from Mount Fuji that this unique travel agency takes its name.
The capital Tokyo, the most densely populated metropolitan area in the world, is located in the Kanto region. It has about 30% of Japan's population.
In the Kansai region, as it is where the first capitals were established, it is where great attractions are located, such as Nara and Kyoto. Each with its own history and culture, which makes them mandatory places on a first trip to Japan.
In the Kansai region, as it is where the first capitals were established, it is where great attractions are located, such as Nara and Kyoto. Each with its own history and culture, which makes them mandatory places on a first trip to Japan.
In the Chubo region, Nagoya is the largest city in Chubo and the gateway to the Chubo Mountains. Or set up base to explore Gifu and Aichi prefectures.
In the Kanto region is Japan's second largest city, Yokohama. Yokohama is a port city practically adjacent to Tokyo. A bit like Lisbon and Amadora, but on a grand scale.
The third largest city in Japan, it is also known for Japanese cuisine, which has always been the supplier of fish to the capital of Kyoto. Today it has gained status and fame as the best place to eat in Japan. Japan's greatest comedians also originate from here. Is it the food?
Hiroshima is the largest city in the Chugoku region and the best known, for the worst reason, in Japan's history. Despite its past, today it is a city that has managed to reinvent itself and is a place with many attractions, whether monuments, museums or even culinary attractions.