Very often the tourists notice the contracts between different cities of Japan. Tokyo, Japan's capital and the largest urban area, impresses the visitors by its modernity and bright lights. Kyoto, nestled in the mountains of Western Honshu, attracts by the cherry blossoms in Kyoto’s Maruyama Park, symbolizing peace and beauty. Nara, the central Japanese city, is known for its historic temples and roaming deer. A lot of us still associate Japan with the exquisite art of the geisha and the skill of the sumo wrestler, ancient festivals and unique food. Japan is really unforgettable because it provides the tourists with various activities. You can participate in snow festivals, enjoy the lavender farms of the northern isle of Hokkaido, have a rest on the sun-drenched beaches, climb Mount Fuji or relax at volcanic hot spring resorts.