Seimei Shrine, Shrine of the Mystic Abe no Seimei
One of Japan’s more intriguing historic figures is the famous spiritualist, or Onmyo-ji, Abe no Seimei. In addition to the
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Shrines
Sojiji Temple, Osaka’s Turtle Temple
In Ibaraki City, in the middle of a quiet little neighborhood, lies Sojiji, one of the 33 temples of the
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Rokkakudo Temple, the Birthplace of Ikebana
What might take most by surprise is that ikebana, the beautiful art of Japanese flower arranging, originated in a temple.
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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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Enmeiji Temple, Osaka’s Autumn Hidden Gem
Out of the way of the bustle of Osaka City is the Okukawachi region. In this quiet and beautiful place,
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Katsuo-ji Temple, Osaka’s Hidden Daruma Temple
Tucked away in the mountains of north Osaka the 23rd temple of Saigoku Kannon Pilgrimage, Katsuo-ji Temple [勝尾寺]. This ancient
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Exploring Koyasan: Kongobu-ji
The ancient temple complex Koyasan is one of the most spiritual locations in Japan. With literally hundreds of temples within
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Koyasan’s Okunoin Cemetery: Resting Place of Kukai
The two most sacred places in Koyasan are the Danjo Garan and Okunoin. The Danjo Garan is for people to
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