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Despite its cities, 74% of Japan consists of forests. Environmental preservation policies began in the Edo period - 300 years ago! Find out how Japan continues to champion its ecological mission...

In lieu of the catastrophic nuclear meltdown at Japan’s Fukushima power plant in 2011, the country has been single-mindedly pursuing the cultivation of green energy, and their ideas won’t be constrained to the proverbial box. For a country whose consumerist refuse and plastic plight was beginning to erode its ecosystem (and integrity), these innovations prove that bright ideas implemented effectively can serve to curtail the looming spectre of environmental catastrophe. Alternatively, if you feel over-saturated by oddity and you would rather explore potential travel options, make sure to head on over to our Japanese destination page to peruse a range of itineraries or contact us directly to curate your own bespoke adventure – either by emailing us at enquiries@odyssey-world.co.uk or calling us any time (+44 117 313 7070)!

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