Ichijo-ji Temple, Home to Hyogo’s Oldest Pagoda
While for many people in Kansai, the name Ichijo-ji is the name of a popular ramen district in Kyoto, however
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Japanese National Treasures
Kanshinji Temple
Kusunoki Masashige is one of Japan’s most infamous samurai warriors. He battled loyally for the throne and spent his youth
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Kinpusen-ji Temple, Yoshino’s Ancient Temple
Mt. Yoshino, located in the center of Nara, is the most famous sakura place in the entire country of Japan.
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Kami Daigo, the Origin of Daigo-ji Temple
Located just outside of Kyoto City, Daigoji is a must for people who really want to see the remnants of
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Daigo-ji Temple (Shimo-Daigo), Kyoto’s Historic Treasure
Daigo-ji Temple [醍醐寺] is home to the oldest wooden building in Kyoto, as well as many Japanese National Treasures that
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Ishiyama-dera Temple: Shiga’s Most Beautiful Temple
Lake Biwa is the gem of Shiga Prefecture. Scores of tourist come there throughout the year to enjoy fishing, boating,
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Hikone Castle, A Japanese National Treasure
While there are many castles in Japan, only 5 of them are national treasures. In Kansai, Himeji Castle is of
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Himeji Castle, the White Heron Castle
Along with Horyuji Temple in Nara, Himeji Castle [姫路城] was one of the first Japanese World Heritage sites. Though this
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