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Isonokami Shrine, the Shrine of Swords

As Japan’s very first government was made in Nara, there are plenty of Japanese history in Nara that predates as

A ways down Kamo Street from Kamigamo Shine, is its sister shrine, Shimogamo Shrine. Just like Kamigamo Shrine, Shimogamo Shrine

In north Kyoto is Kamigamo Shrine, the head shrine in the Yamashiro region. Coupled with Shimogamo Shrine to the south,

Nara Prefecture is famous for its rich history and iconic shrines and temples. Perhaps just as iconic as those shrines

It is not so widely known that Shiga served as the capital of Japan for a time. During the late

It is easy to forget that despite its tall skyscrapers and exciting nightlife, that in fact Osaka City has a

Although there are many shrines throughout Japan, some are very popular and attract not only a lot of Japanese but

When someone says “Uji” usually two things come to mind: tea and the Byodo-in. But that isn’t all Uji has