The Mysteries of Japan
7th April 2015
Matt Spiller
![Fushimi Inari Shrine in Kyoto](images/HS-Kyoto16.jpg)
Fushimi Inari Shrine in Kyoto
Think Japan; what comes to mind? Mt Fuji? Bullet trains? Sushi? The fame of these Japanese icons means that many other elements of the country can be hidden in the background. Look beyond the classic sights and discover some of the amazing experiences and contrasts that Japan has to offer. From rare winter wildlife in the frozen north, to white-sand beaches and diving with manta rays in the tropical south. This talk will introduce you to Japan, opening up a wealth of travel options. Japan is sure to delight, whatever your tastes and interests, so come along and learn more about the Land of the Rising Sun!
![Snow Monkeys in Yudanaka](images/HS-29850025.jpg)
Snow Monkeys in Yudanaka
![Senso-ji Temple in Asakusa, Tokyo](images/HS-5691%20Asakusa%20Kannon%20Temple.jpg)
Senso-ji Temple in Asakusa, Tokyo
![Maiko (young geisha) in Kyoto](images/HS-Geisha%20Blakie.jpg)
Maiko (young geisha) in Kyoto
![Mount Fuji Rising viewed from Hotel Konanso, Lake Kawaguchiko](images/HS-IMG_4258%20Mount%20Fuji%20Rising%20viewed%20from%20Hotel%20Konanso,%20Lake%20Kawaguchiko.jpg)
Mount Fuji Rising viewed from Hotel Konanso, Lake Kawaguchiko
![Kinkaku-ji Golden Pavilion, Kyoto](images/HS-250108_0095_japan_kyoto.jpg)
Kinkaku-ji Golden Pavilion, Kyoto
![Cherry blossom in Tokyo](images/HS-Hamarikyu_Blossom%20%281%29.jpg)
Cherry blossom in Tokyo
![Kabira Bay, Ishigaki Island, Okinaw](images/HS-%23U5ddd%23U5e73%23U6e7e.jpg)