Deep within the forested mountains of the Kii Peninsula is Kumano Hongu Taisha [熊野本宮大社], one of the most famous shrines
Read MoreJapan’s imperial family is the world longest reigning monarch family. If ancient sources are accurate the first emperor, Emperor Jimmu,
Read MoreOn the border between Nara and Osaka, on the mountainside of Mt. Shigi is Chogosonshiji Temple. Guarded by a giant
Read MoreWhen it comes to Nara and Kyoto, people can easily name a few ancient buildings. On the other hand Kobe,
Read MoreOmiHachiman is the most famous tourist spot in the Omi region. Famous for the ruins of Hachiman-yama Castle and its
Read MoreKusunoki Masashige is one of Japan’s most infamous samurai warriors. He battled loyally for the throne and spent his youth
Read MoreSome of the most famous warriors from Osaka, are without question Toyotomi Hideyoshi or Sanada Yukimura. However, most people outside
Read MoreWhile Kinpusen-ji is the most popular temple in Yoshino, Yoshimizu Shrine [𠮷水神社]is the most popular shrine. Near Kinpusen-ji, Yoshimizu Shrine
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