Japan and Costa Rica are two very different countries located in opposite sides of the world. 🗺️
Japan is an island country located in East Asia with a population of over 126 million people.  It has the world's third largest economy and is a highly developed country with the third highest human development index score. Tokyo is its largest and capital city. Japan is perhaps best known for its rich culture and tradtions, with arts like origami, ikebana, and the tea ceremony being an important part of everyday life. 🎋 Cuisine also holds an important role, with sushi and ramen being perhaps the most well known Japanese dishes worldwide. 🍣
In contrast, Costa Rica is a smaller Central American country located between Nicaragua and Panama, with a population of around 5 million.  Known for its biodiversity and natural beauty, Costa Rica has over 26% of its land dedicated to protected national parks and reserves. 🏞️ Eco-tourism has become a major industry here, with visitors coming to experience the country's stunning landscape that features rainforests, cloud forests, volcanoes and beaches. 🏖️ Spanish is the main language, and the culture has been influenced by the country's Spanish colonial past as well as influences from North America. Staples of Costa Rican cuisine include rice, beans, plantains, chicken and beef, often served with a side of tortillas or bread. 菱
While vastly different geographically and in terms of development, both Japan and Costa Rica value environmental protection and have sustainable practices integrated into their societies. Japan ranks high on measures of education and healthcare quality of life, while Costa Rica consistently tops lists for happiness and well-being. Both nations show that countries can thrive while balancing economy and ecology. Their paths demonstrate there are diverse cultural approaches to progress. - https://mbscore.tv/match/denmark-vs-slovenia-18713012