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Adventures in Kansai and Beyond

Fujinomori Shrine: Horses, Victory, and Hydrangea

Located in the southern region of Kyoto, near Fushimi, is Fujinomori Shrine. This ancient shrine is not only believed to

Dating back to the Sengoku Period, Yamato Koriyama Castle ihas been able to preserve many of its moats and trenches,

Sitting high in the mountain of south Nara Prefecture is Takatori castle. Though it no longer has its keep, it

In the center of Aichi Prefecture is the old city, Okazaki. Known as the birthplace of Hatcho Miso, Okazaki is

Fukuchiyama is the largest city in north Kansai, but not so many people know this city was once governed by

In cental Kyoto City is the 17th temple of Saigoku Kannon Pilgrimage, Rokuharamitsu-ji. Rokuharamitsu-ji is well-known for having a great

Tsubosaka-dera Temple, also known as Minami-Hokke-ji Temple, is one of the 33 temples of the Saigoku Kannon Pilgrimage. Although it

Kyoto’s Fushimi Inari Shrine is certainly popular shrines in Japan as the best Inari shrine to visit. However, for people