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Yoshida Shrine, the Shrine that Redefined Shinto

Right next to the most prestigious university in the Kansai region, Kyoto University, is Yoshida Shrine[吉田神社]. Many people overlook this

Many people could argue that the golden pavilion of Kinkaku-ji is the most iconic and photogenic place in Kyoto. However,

What might take most by surprise is that ikebana, the beautiful art of Japanese flower arranging, originated in a temple.

In the Shinto religion, there are literally thousands and thousands of gods; but everyone has favorites. Easily one of the

Out of the way of the bustle of Osaka City is the Okukawachi region. In this quiet and beautiful place,

Tucked away in the mountains of north Osaka the 23rd temple of Saigoku Kannon Pilgrimage, Katsuo-ji Temple [勝尾寺]. This ancient

The ancient temple complex Koyasan is one of the most spiritual locations in Japan. With literally hundreds of temples within

The two most sacred places in Koyasan are the Danjo Garan and Okunoin. The Danjo Garan is for people to