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Motonosumi Inari Jinja in Yamaguchi prefecture attracts a lot of tourists because of its scenic beauty; the torii gates with the cape in the background are an amazing view!
Shirahama in Wakayama is a popular beach resort with hot springs nearby. You can enjoy a white sandy beach, beautiful viewing spots, a zoo with pandas, and more.
Nachi-Katsuura is a small town in Wakayama that is famous for its early-morning tuna auction and nice hot springs. The city itself is very attractive and also a starting point of the popular Kumano Kodo route.
The Kumano Kodo is an impressive pilgrimage route in the Kii Mountains with a total length of around 1000km. The routes radiate centering around the Kumano Three Shrines; Hongu, Hayatama, and Nachi.
Ise Jingu in Mie prefecture is listed as the most important Shinto shrine in Japan. What’s the history of this shrine, and which rituals are carried out here?
While Japan’s first main religion is Shinto, the second main religion is Buddhism. How did Buddhism come to Japan, and which influence does it have on daily life in Japan?
Small amulets called ‘omamori’ are sold at most shrines and temples in Japan. What is the meaning of this custom?
It can be difficult to choose which shrine to visit in Japan because there are so many interesting ones to choose from. To help you, we present a list of 5 of the most impressive Shinto shrines to visit during your stay in Japan.
Each year, January 1st dawns in Japan with crowds of people visiting temples and shrines to pray for prosperity in the year ahead. Learn more about this important first day of the year!
Shinto means worshiping ancestors as guardians of the family, and it also symbolizes showing respect for the kami, who reside in the natural world and in shrines. How to pray at a Shinto shrine?
Don’t get surprised by your bill when you get to the cashier at the end of a nice meal! Let us explain all the ins and outs of paying your bill at a restaurant in Japan.
Planning to come to Japan? Make sure to get the right adaptor for your electric appliances before you come to Japan, as it might be hard to come by once you are here.
If you want to be connected to the internet at all times during your stay in Japan so you can, for example, use Google maps while on the go or check your emails at all times, then you can use one of the services listed below.
A ‘machiya’ is a traditional wooden house that is especially typical of Kyoto city. It was the artisans and merchants of the cities who lived in machiya.
The best way to learn about everyday Japanese life and what people like to cook at home is to visit one of its many food markets. Nishiki Market is in the center of Kyoto, and a popular market to visit for tourists.
The Horyuji temple in Nara was founded in 607 by Prince Shotoku and has the oldest wooden buildings in the world.
Nara National Museum is located in Nara Park where you can also see famous temples such as Todaiji Temple and Kohukuji. The museum exhibits mainly Buddhist art.
The Kofukuji Temple was moved to its current location in Nara from Kyoto in 710, the year when the capital was moved to Nara. The pagodas and the museum are worth a visit.
Kasuga Taisha Shrine was founded in the 8th century by the Fujiwara family and used to be completely rebuilt every 20 years, according to Shinto tradition, until the end of the 14th century.
Various kinds of flowers blooming throughout the year on Hasedera’s grounds, the temple has been nicknamed ‘Flower temple’ since ancient times. I especially love to visit the Hasedera to view the hydrangea in the early summer season.