Discovering Japan: Land of the Rising Sun

Japan, although not vast in territory, stands out worldwide for its unique cultural traditions and lifestyle of its people.

Discovering Japan: Land of the Rising Sun

1. The Japanese name for Japan means 'Origin of the Sun', commonly known as the 'Land of the Rising Sun'.

2. Japan consists of nearly 7,000 islands and is surrounded by the Sea of Japan to the East and the Pacific Ocean to the West.

3. As of July 2012, Japan has a population of over 127 million people, making it the 10th most populous country in the world.

Every year, Japan imports approximately 85% of Jamaica's coffee production. Coffee is packaged and widely sold in both hot and cold varieties at vending machines throughout cities.

Tsukiji Market in Tokyo is considered the largest fish market in Japan, with an estimated 2,000 tons of fish traded here daily. Tsukiji Market is also a popular tourist destination due to the rich diversity of items sold here.

In Japan, floors in homes are often raised higher than ground level, serving as a reminder for guests to remove outdoor shoes and switch to indoor slippers provided.

Vending machines are ubiquitous in Japan, allowing travelers to easily purchase newspapers, beverages, and even cigarettes from these automated machines.

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