Princess Cruises 2020 - Japan

7 6 Sake: Savor the taste of sake, a traditional alcoholic beverage made from fermented rice. It’s served warm or chilled, and flavors range from light and crisp to substantial and fruity. Tour local sake breweries to sample flavors and learn the history and process of brewing sake. 7 Sushi: The concept of sushi blossomed when vinegar was added to rice to improve the preservation of fish. Find your favorite type of sushi at a Kaiten-zushi restaurant, where delectable varieties of sushi, created by expert chefs, are served on conveyor belts that wind throughout the restaurant. 8 Museums: Relish in the history of the Tokaido Hiroshige Art Museum that houses a collection of over 1,400 traditional woodblock prints. For a truly unique experience, venture to Okhotsk Ryu- hyo Museum and test out the simulated drift ice experience in a room where the temperature is set at a chilling five degrees Fahrenheit. 9 Temples, Shrines and Castles: The elegantly curved rooftops and intricate details of Kochi Castle command attention atop a steep hill overlooking downtown Kochi. Embrace the peaceful silence at the Otori Gate in Hiroshima, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, or travel to Lake Biwa (from Osaka) and discover two historic templates: Enryaku-ji and the serene, mountainside Ishiyama- dera Temple, both UNESCO World Heritage Sites. 10 Gardens: Japanese gardens are created to inspire meditation and tranquility, and are designed to imitate natural landscapes throughout Japan. Soak up the palpable peaceful environment throughout Ry¯oan-ji Temple’s rock garden — one of Japan’s most famous Zen gardens and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. 6 7 10 9 ©SHIZUOKA Convention & Visitors Bureau/ ©JNTO 8