Japan

The highest point in Japan is mount Fuji which stands at 12,388 ft.

Japan has the third longest life expectancy in the world with men living to 81 years old and women living to almost 88 years old. The Japanese live on average four years longer than Americans.

Japan is located in East Asia, with a population of 126 million people. Its capital is Tokyo, and the currency is Yen.  The official language spoken in Japanese.

They celebrate many holidays including:

Want to learn more? Check out Japan’s tourism website.

Also check out the National Museum of Japanese History and the National Museum of Art, Osaka.

It has 23 world heritage sites including:

  1. Buddhist Monuments in the Horyu-ji Area
  2. Fujisan, sacred place and source of artistic inspiration 
  3. Gusuku Sites and Related Properties of the Kingdom of Ryukyu
  4. Hidden Christian Sites in the Nagasaki Region
  5. Himeji-jo 

It also has many national parks including:

  1. Akan Mashu National Park
  2. Minami Alps National Park
  3. Amami Guntō National Park
  4. Ashizuri-Uwakai National Park
  5. Aso Kujū National Park

Fun activities to do

Japan Flag
Japan Flag
Download and color the flag
Download and color the flag
Download and decorate the map
Download and decorate the map

To download the flag and map:

  1. Click on the image
  2. Right-click and select Save Image As…

Also try making a postcard and it’s stamp! Try filling in your suitcase for the trip!