Kyoto’s Kodo Temple (Gyogan-ji Temple)
Visiting the many temples of the Saigoku Kannon Pilgrimage can be a great and taxing journey, but not all of
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Osaka’s Daigaku Festival at Ikune Shrine
It is easy to forget that despite its tall skyscrapers and exciting nightlife, that in fact Osaka City has a
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Osaka’s Famous Bon Odori: Kawachi Ondo and Joko-ji
Just 10 minutes away from the heart of Osaka City is the quaint little town of Yao. Though it seems
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Fushimi Inari Taisha, A Journey Through 10,000 Torii!
One of the most iconic shrines in Japan is Kyoto’s Fushimi Inari Taisha. Head shrine to the god of the
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Obakusan Manpuku-ji, Kyoto’s One of a Kind Temple
In Uji, which just south of Kyoto City, is a Zen Buddhist temple that retains its Chinese roots. From the
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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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Byodoin Temple and Japan’s Iconic Phoenix Hall!
Byodoin Temple in Uji is one of the most popular buildings in Japan. Though Byodoin is a relatively small temple,
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Isshinji Temple: A Modern Design and Statues of Bone
The Tennoji area of Osaka City is famous for its many old temples and shrines. While Shitenno-ji, one of the
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