Ujigami Shrine: The Oldest Shrine Building in Japan
When someone says “Uji” usually two things come to mind: tea and the Byodo-in. But that isn’t all Uji has
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Iwashimizu Hachimangu: Biggest Hachimangu Shrine in Kansai
If you are familiar with Japanese shrines, you probably have heard the word “Hachiman” somewhere. While there are literally thousands
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Momiji Garden at Kitano Tenmangu
Kyoto is very famous for its autumn leaves, namely the Japanese maple or, momiji [紅葉]. In Japanese, the colors of
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Kyoto’s Kitano Tenmangu Shrine and the God of Study
One of the most popular gods in Japan is the god of study and knowledge, Sugawara no Michizane, or Tenjin-san.
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The Kinkaku-ji Temple, Japan Most Famous Temple
When it comes to Kyoto, from Japanese students on school trips to first-time visitors to Japan, everyone goes to the
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