Bhutan, a country of Tibetan Buddhism located in the eastern Himalayas of South Asia.
Its official name is "Druk Yul (Land of the Thunder Dragon)," a place where ancient traditional culture thrives.
In the 1950s, Japanese people introduced agricultural techniques that led to innovative development, resulting in many Bhutanese being pro-Japanese. It is also said that Bhutanese and Japanese people look quite similar.
There are many magnificent Buddhist structures that make use of the mountainous terrain, such as the Taktsang Monastery and Tashichho Dzong, as well as awe-inspiring religious sites like the Great Buddha Dordenma, one of the largest Buddha statues in the world. You can also enjoy untouched, majestic mountain scenery.
One event you should definitely include in your Bhutan trip is the Tshechu festival, which honors Padmasambhava (Guru Rinpoche), the founder of the Nyingma school of Tibetan Buddhism. These festivals are held regularly in various locations, so consult your coordinator to include one in your itinerary.
With rice as a staple food, dishes like Libiippa (Bhutanese natto), and an alcohol culture featuring drinks similar to doburoku and shochu, Bhutan's food culture is also very familiar and appealing to Japanese visitors.
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