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Taima-dera and Princess Chujo’s Mandala

Thanks to numerous detailed guidebooks and websites about Japan, it is very common to see the tourists even at remote

Osaka Prefecture was once home to a great many castles. Sadly, many of those castles fell long ago, leaving only

Centuries ago, many of the temples of the Saigoku Kannon Pilgrimage were very challenging to access. Often located deep within

Near the border of Wakayama and Osaka Prefecture the famous Awashima Shrine. Why is it famous? For centuries, people from

It probably comes as no surprise, but Wakayama City’s most popular attraction is Wakayama Castle. Though not as popular as

Kimiidera Temple is located roughly 50 km south of Osaka City. In addition to being part of the Saigoku Kannon

Many buildings and temples in the tiny village of Asuka tell of Japan’s beginnings as a country. Some things, however,

Nara is home to many of Japan’s ancient treasures. The tiny quaint village of Asuka, might not seem like little