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Adventures in Kansai and Beyond

Ise Jingu: Exploring the Geku

For centuries, going to Ise Jingu was the highlight of a commoner’s life. While going to Ise Jingu may not

Kyoto is very famous for its autumn leaves, namely the Japanese maple or, momiji [紅葉]. In Japanese, the colors of

One of the most popular gods in Japan is the god of study and knowledge, Sugawara no Michizane, or Tenjin-san.

When it comes to Kyoto, from Japanese students on school trips to first-time visitors to Japan, everyone goes to the

To the undiscerning eye, the area around Osaka Station is your typical bustling business district. However, just ten minutes east

Osaka city is home to many shrines and temples, many of which are steeped in history. However, due to Osaka’s

Many stories about Abe no Seimei talk about his oddly unnatural talent for the supernatural. What was it that made

The onmyo-ji known as Abe no Seimei is one of most famous people in Japanese history and there are many