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Japan: What a magical country for someone travelling there for the first time
For someone who typically holidays in the West, Japan was a surprise find, with something for everyone.
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The beauty of Japan is that it can be something to everyone.
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December is all about downtime and meeting friends and family over Christmas. Switch over to January and it is all about activity, with a back-to-work buzz and upbeat New Year resolutions.
Tragically, as many Japanese were busy ushering in New Year’s Day, western Japan was hit by a 7.6-magnitude earthquake that has caused a substantial death toll. There was also a shocking airport collision, resulting in the death of five crew members.
