Reasons Why Japan Is Weird Yet The Coolest Place To Visit

Japan is a peaceful country and people here are hardworking. From students to oldies, everyone is busy and diligent. This place is beautiful too. You can find many temples and shrines and also can experience many astounding festivals here such as cherry blossom festival.

Japan is although strange but the most interesting place you can ever visit. Here is why:

Blue signifies "Go"

The traffic light Colors are usually Red, green and yellow. But in Japan, Colors of these lights are Red, Yellow and blue. Blue signifies "Go".

Bamboo forest

This place is in Kyoto, Japan. Bamboos in this forest are the tallest bamboo ever seen. The ministry of environment has named the forest as "Soundscape of Japan".

Train delay makes national headlines

Japanese trains are most punctual in the world. They always arrive at their destination on time. And if they failed so, for around 5 minutes, the railway company issue official delay certificates, to provide proof for employers and appointments. And if it is delayed for an hour or so, it may make the headlines in the newspaper.

Tipping is an insult

Unlike in other countries where tipping is considered respect to the waiters, in Japan, Tipping is an insult and its rude to leave the tip. Just greet the staff politely and thank the server for their service.

Toilet slippers

slippers for toilets and washrooms are different. It is because to minimise contact between the unclean toilet floors and clean floors i.e. rest of the home. These slippers are kept near the toilet and are made up of plastics.

Advanced toilets

In Japan, their toilets play music and spray water in various directions. The toilets there are very advanced. They have advanced features and are designed for both male and female who are going to use it.

Vending machines are for everything

Vending machines in Japan are not only for drinks and snacks. Japan has the highest number of vending machines in the world. You can find almost anything you want in these vending machines.

Different flavours of KitKat

In a country like Japan, KitKat chocolates are available in different flavours such as strawberries, sweet potato, soya sauce etc. Apart from this, it is also a popular good luck gift for students going to give their exams.

So, here are a few of the reasons why Japan is different from other countries but at the same time it is beautiful !