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OUR DREAM VACATION TO JAPAN!!! 

Japa[|n Dream Vacation Destination Map] By Katy Miller

When traveling to Japan, there are a few health concerns that may need to addressed. In Japan there are risks of avian influenza, H5N1, Japanese encephalitis, rabies, and hepatitis B. The center for disease control says that it is still ok to travel to this country. You should visit the doctor four to six weeks before you leave. This is to make sure you are up to date with your routine vaccinations and so that you can get any more needed vaccinations. It is recommended to have your flu vaccination, a tetanus shot, a rubella vaccine, and many other shots. One disease that you may come in contact with in Japan, but not in America is Japanese Encephalitis. This is a mosquito borne illness that is similar to the West Nile virus. It is highly recommended to be vaccinated for this disease. Japanese Encephalitis is not in the Americas, Europe, Or Africa. It is only common in Japan and other Asian countries. Along with Japanese Encephalitis, there also many childhood diseases that are no longer a problem in the United States that are a problem in Japan. Some of these are mumps, chicken pox, and polio. When in Japan it is still important to stay health conscience. You may want to bring a basic first aid kit along for your trip. while on your trip, remember to stay germ free and avoid contact with birds. One should know where there closest hospital is. It is still safe to travel to Japan, but there many health precautions to consider when traveling to a foreign country. By Katy Miller

Japan has four seasons, which are summer, autumn, winter, and spring. June, July, and August are all months in the summer season. Autumn months are September, October, and November. December, January, and February are winter months. The spring months are March, April, and May. There is a rainy season and a season of typhoons. During the winter some regions have dry and windy weather while other regions have snow fall and long cold winter days. June and July are the rainy seasons. The annual precipitation is around 1,700 to 1,800 mm per year. August through October is the typhoon/storm season. There are six climate zones, Hokkaido, Sea of Japan, Central Highland, Seto Inland Sea, Pacific Ocean, and the south and west Island. Hokkaido and close areas to the Sea of Japan have long cold winter seasons with heavy snowfall. Areas closer to the East Coast or Pacific coastal areas have snowfalls that are not as heavy, but the do have high humidity levels during the summer. Every change in Japan's weather is very distinguished. By Heather McShane

Japan has many possible destinations. Each as just as interesting as the next. Four especially neat locations to visit are Tokyo, The Tokyo Imperial Palace , Mt. Fuji, and Nikko. Tokyo is the capital of Japan. It is a metropolis. This city is popular to tourist for many reasons. One is that Tokyo is famous for its fashion. Therefore, the shopping is phenomenal. Also, Tokyo is known for their bright lights and the night life. This a very urban and busy city. Another interesting destination is the Tokyo Imperial Palace. This palace is a short walk from downtown Tokyo. This is currently the residence of the Imperial Family. There is a large open plaza in front of the Palace. This part is open to the public.The palace and inside gardens are not. On January 2nd and December 23rd, the public is welcome inside and they can see the Imperial Family. Guided tours are available, in Japanese, but reservations are required. It is neat to learn the history at the Imperial Palace . Mt. Fuji is a beautiful location in Japan. It is 3,776 meters above sea level, and is the highest mountain in Japan. It is a dormant volcano and is sometimes considered sacred. It has a breath taking view from both the mountain and the train. One can enjoy hiking and climbing here. This is both a adventurous and wonderful destination. <span style="color: rgb(0, 137, 209);"> <span style="color: rgb(3, 196, 3);"> <span style="color: rgb(0, 137, 209);">Last but certainately not least is Nikko. Nikko is a small city. It is close to the Nikko Nationalist Park. It is also the mountain center of worship for Shinto and Buddhist religions. Also, the Toshogu Shrine is located in Nikko. This an extravagantely decorated shrine. Nikko is known for its scenic mountains views. There are also many lakes, waterfalls, and hot springs to visit. One may go through one of the many hiking trails and catch sight of wildlife, such as a wild monkey. <span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Japan is full of interesting places and those are just four of them. <span style="color: rgb(197, 92, 250);">By Katy Miller <span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">

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<span style="color: rgb(247, 85, 114);">Japan's currency is called yen (¥). The bill system is ¥1,000, ¥2,000, ¥5,000, and ¥10,000. The coin system is ¥1, ¥5, ¥10, ¥50, ¥100, and ¥500. In 1949 the value of yen was compared to the U.S. dollar as ¥360 per $1. By: Heather McShane

<span style="color: rgb(101, 59, 191);">Japan is a long flight from the United States, but it is well worth it. One flies over 6730 miles from the Dulles airport inWashington D.C. to get there. That is about a 13460 mile round trip. Once in Tokyo, it takes about 3.5 miles to drive to the Tokyo Imperial Palace. From there you drive 61.6 miles to Mt. Fuji. Traveling to Nikko from Mt. Fuji is a long trip of 177.1 miles. Driving from Nikko to the Narita airport in Tokyo is about 114.9 miles. Then, one departs from there and fly back to the Dulles airport. By Katy Miller

<span style="color: rgb(64, 64, 231);">The round trip airline tickets cost $6,526. It is a 17 hour plane ride. For flight information click on this link, []. By: Heather McShane

<span style="color: rgb(128, 0, 0);"> By Heather McShane
 * Transportation (to and from Japan) || $6,526.00 ||
 * Transportation (around Japan) || $421.38 ||
 * Lodging || $1,270.99 ||
 * Food || $583.33 ||
 * Souvenirs || $294.00 ||
 * Sightseeing || $195.00 ||

<span style="color: rgb(128, 0, 0);">Since Japan is a foreign country, there are certain papers you must have to travel to this country. One must have a valid passport. Before departing, one must possess a ticket for both the onward flight and the returning flight. In Japan, one can stay 90 days without a visa. During those 90 days, working is not permitted. You must have had your passport for at least six months prior to leaving. If you arrive in Japan with an expired passport, you will be sent directly back to the United States. When traveling to Japan remember to make sure that you meet all of the requirements, or else you may be sent right home. <span style="color: rgb(247, 85, 114);">By Katy Miller

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