The Heart of Ise Grand Shrine: Naiku
Ise Jingu, or Ise Grand Shrine, is one of the most important shrines in Japan. Composed of roughly 125 small
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Shrines
Ise Jingu: Exploring the Geku
For centuries, going to Ise Jingu was the highlight of a commoner’s life. While going to Ise Jingu may not
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Japan’s Living Past: A Brief History of Ise Grand Shrine
Ise Grand Shrine, or Ise Jingu [伊勢神宮] as it is better known by Japanese people, is one of the most
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Momiji Garden at Kitano Tenmangu
Kyoto is very famous for its autumn leaves, namely the Japanese maple or, momiji [紅葉]. In Japanese, the colors of
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Kyoto’s Kitano Tenmangu Shrine and the God of Study
One of the most popular gods in Japan is the god of study and knowledge, Sugawara no Michizane, or Tenjin-san.
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Abe no Seimei’s Mother: Kuzu no Ha
Previously, we covered the life and stories of the very famous onmyo-ji Abe no Seimei. Seimei became Onmyo-ji when he
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Abe no Seimei-The Mysterious Onmyoji
The onmyo-ji known as Abe no Seimei is one of most famous people in Japanese history and there are many
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A Basic Guide to Shinto Shrines
Shrines obviously make up a large part of the landscape and culture of Japan. Many people, more times than not,
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