A Basic Guide to Japanese Temples
Like their Shinto counterparts, Buddhist temples are scattered all throughout Japan and are a great sources of Japan cultural and
Read MoreAdventures in Kansai and Beyond
Like their Shinto counterparts, Buddhist temples are scattered all throughout Japan and are a great sources of Japan cultural and
Read MoreShrines obviously make up a large part of the landscape and culture of Japan. Many people, more times than not,
Read MoreOne relatively small temple nestled in northwest Osaka is locally famous for its hagi flowers. Formally known as Tokoin, it
Read MoreNamba is home to a number of famous shrines, but one of the most popular is definitely Namba Yasaka Shrine.
Read MoreThroughout the year Sumiyoshi Taisha is host to a great number of festivals and events, including a “lucky day” called
Read MoreWhile it is very easy to get from Osaka City to Sumiyoshi Taisha today, this was not at all the
Read MoreWhile Osaka is home to many castles, one castle in particular is especially dear to the Osaka people, and that
Read MoreOsaka’s three big summer festivals are Aizen Matsuri, Tenjin Matsuri and Sumiyoshi Matsuri. Beginning with Aizen Matsuri and reaching a
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