05 Amazing Things About Japan That Every Country Should Try To Mimic

Have you ever visited Japan?

For those of us who live in the United States, the answer is probably no. International travel can get expensive pretty quickly and let’s face it: Japan is about as far away as we’re likely to go! Regardless, the country is definitely worth visiting: for its many incredible cities, its natural beauty and its rich cultural history. Anyone considering a visit may even be overwhelmed by all the potential sights and sounds to take in. At the very least, it might help potential visitors to have a basic understanding of the country before they go there.

With that in mind, here are 20 glimpses into the amazing culture of Japan.

Of all the world’s major cities, Tokyo is the safest.

According to an international ranking developed by the Economic Intelligence Unit, Japan’s capital city of Tokyo is the safest there is. The rankings are released according to a number of different indexes, including healthcare, infrastructure and personal wellbeing.

People in Japan tend to live longer than Americans—and a whopping 26.7% of the country is composed of senior citizens.

As a result of better pension benefits (and perhaps a healthier diet?), Japan’s elderly population is much higher than that of the United States. If you’re into longevity, you might want to move!

There are bullet trains everywhere.

Those lucky enough to live near good public transit in America are undoubtedly grateful, but we have nothing on Japan’s trains. These can go as fast as 200 mph.

Japan is also populated with numerous “love hotels.”

If you and a significant other are feeling particularly amorous, Japan has many love hotels which can be rented for shorter periods of time for a quick getaway! These hotels come in many different varieties and can often be found near highways.

Schools and companies often begin the day with group exercise.