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Guide to Japan

Japan is an island country located in Northeastern Asia, also known as the Land of the Rising Sun. The Japanese culture fascinatingly complicated and you may find that one trip simply isn't enough.

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Full name: Japan

Location: Northeastern Asia

Population: 127.7 million (via UN, 2006)

Capital: Tokyo

Area: 377,864 sq km (145,894 sq miles)

Major language: Japanese

Major religions: Shintoism, Buddhism

Life expectancy: 78 years (men), 85 years (women) (UN)

Monetary unit: yen

Main exports: Vehicles, computer parts, chemicals, scientific instruments and watches

GNI per capita: US $38,980 (World Bank, 2006)

Internet domain: .jp

International dialling code: +81

Flying time: 11 hours 30 minutes from UK

Time Difference: GMT +9
National Flower: Cherry Blossom

Tipping: Tips are not welcome in Japan and cause offence. The price you are quoted is the price you pay.

11 October 2007

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