Sugawara no Michizane, Japan’s Most Famous Scholar
In the Shinto religion, there are literally thousands and thousands of gods; but everyone has favorites. Easily one of the
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Shrines
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
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Shimogamo Shrine: Kyoto’s Ancient World Heritage Shrine
Hidden among the tranquil forest near the meeting of Kyoto’s Kamo and Takano Rivers, Shimogamo Shrine (下鴨神社) is one of
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Kamigamo Shrine and the Ancient Gods of Kyoto
In the northern reaches of Kyoto lies Kamigamo Shrine, one of the city’s most revered and historic sites. Together with
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Omi Jingu the Home of Karuta and Emperor Tenji
It is not so widely known that Shiga served as the capital of Japan for a time. During the late
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Osaka’s Daigaku Festival at Ikune Shrine
It is easy to forget that despite its tall skyscrapers and exciting nightlife, that in fact Osaka City has a
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Fushimi Inari Taisha, A Journey Through 10,000 Torii!
One of the most iconic shrines in Japan is Kyoto’s Fushimi Inari Taisha. Head shrine to the god of the
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Ujigami Shrine: The Oldest Shrine Building in Japan
When someone says “Uji” usually two things come to mind: tea and the Byodo-in. But that isn’t all Uji has
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