No doubt the massive earthquake and tsunami that hit the Tohoku area of Japan is a national tragedy.
And the nuclear power plant crisis in Fukushima has shaken the whole country.
(It also created many self-proclaimed “nuclear experts” overnight!)
But why is it reported overseas as though the entire country of Japan is sinking, on fire or contaminated?
Why have the tours from overseas to Kyushu and even to Okinawa been canceled?!
Why are some countries refusing to buy towels from Shikoku?
Continue reading... (Japan Geography 101)
The purpose of Unsinkable Japan is to show that most people in Japan are living normal lives and most of the country is open for business, despite what the media suggests. Take this as an opportunity to explore Japan, an often beautiful and intriguing place! (We are not travel agents nor do we have any financial interest in the travel industry.)
You will also find travel tips and many beautiful pictures from different parts of Japan, some of which you may have never heard of, with a Kansai bias ;)
The people of Japan, whether directly affected by the quake or not, appreciate all the donations and support from all over the world. But in addition to the donations, visiting Japan and buying Japanese products will help its recovery efforts. A weakened Japanese economy means less money for those affected by the quake, including those still in evacuation centers.
And the nuclear power plant crisis in Fukushima has shaken the whole country.
(It also created many self-proclaimed “nuclear experts” overnight!)
But why is it reported overseas as though the entire country of Japan is sinking, on fire or contaminated?
Why have the tours from overseas to Kyushu and even to Okinawa been canceled?!
Why are some countries refusing to buy towels from Shikoku?
Continue reading... (Japan Geography 101)
The purpose of Unsinkable Japan is to show that most people in Japan are living normal lives and most of the country is open for business, despite what the media suggests. Take this as an opportunity to explore Japan, an often beautiful and intriguing place! (We are not travel agents nor do we have any financial interest in the travel industry.)
You will also find travel tips and many beautiful pictures from different parts of Japan, some of which you may have never heard of, with a Kansai bias ;)
The people of Japan, whether directly affected by the quake or not, appreciate all the donations and support from all over the world. But in addition to the donations, visiting Japan and buying Japanese products will help its recovery efforts. A weakened Japanese economy means less money for those affected by the quake, including those still in evacuation centers.