Japan in July / August

Hello.

A friend of mine is visiting from the U.S. this summer in July or August for 2 weeks. It's the first time for her to visit Japan.

Unfortunately, I won't be able to travel around together. She's interested in cultural things, but speaks no Japanese.

I would appreciate any idea to make my friend's stay in Japan meaningful...

I was in Japan last August. It�fs a really hot and humid time of year, one of the best things we did to escape the heat was to go rafting in Shikoku on the Yoshino River. It was so beautiful in this place near Oboke, the tall mountains and the crystal clear water of the river. We did it with this company called Happy Raft. The guide was really cool and we had such a great time just cruising down the river. I really recommend going rafting to anyone in Japan in summer. Just one idea, hope your friend has a good time when she visits.

It is very hot and humid in most of Japan, except in Hokkaido, which is not the best region to experience traditional Japan.

Although it is hot and humid, any place in Japan can be visited and enjoyable in summer. Kyoto is the best place to experience traditional Japanese culture:
http://www.japan-guide.com/e/e623a.html

Thanks for the prompt reply!

Hmmm, Shikoku, Hokkaido and Kyoto. They all sound nice but far away from each other...I'll tell my friend about these options!