buddhism
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Kotohira | the most Popular Shrine in Shikoku and Famous for its Udon Noodles
Kotohira is a small town in Kagawa Prefecture, which is famous for Kompirasan, Shikoku’s most popular shrine. Find out what else there is to do here!
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Yamaguchi City | A town with a lot of historical heritage and great nature
Yamaguchi City is not a famous tourist destination, but there’s enough to see here. What would you think of a ride on a steam locomotive and a visit to some of the many historical temples?
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Takaoka City | A town with many Attractive Cultures
Takaoka in Toyama prefecture has plenty of attractions; beautiful scenery on the coastline, unique history, metal production, an anime museum, and more!
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Oiwasan Nissekiji Temple | Waterfall Meditation, a special meditation that can only be done here
Oiwasan Nissekiji is an off the beaten path Buddhist temple founded about 1,300 years ago in Toyama. Learn more about the ‘waterfall practice’ you can do here!
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Mount Daisen | Beautiful scenery in all seasons
Mount Daisen, 1,729 meters high, is the highest mountain in Tottori Prefecture. There are great hiking courses and beautiful temples and shrines in the area.
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Asakusa, Tokyo | Quaint history and beautiful scenery
Asakusa is one of Tokyo’s most popular districts to visit for both local and international tourists. This is because of the traditional atmosphere and the Sensoji. Learn more about the area’s history!
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Nikko | Wonderful shrines, temples and natural beauty
One of the most popular day trips from Tokyo is Nikko. A 2-hour train ride away, this village is rich in World Heritage Sites including the famous Toshogu shrine. What should you not miss in Nikko?
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Nikko Taiyuin Tokugawa Mausoleum | Delicate and beautiful architecture
The grave of the third shogun Tokugawa Iemitsu is located in Nikko. It is a colorful temple with beautiful details in the woodwork and quiet surroundings, and very much worth checking out.
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Narita City | Beautiful historic cityscape and many fun leisure facilities
Narita is a city 60 kilometers east of central Tokyo. If you only have a short layover in Narita airport, or if you are spending your last night in Japan near the airport Narita city is worth a visit.
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Kotokuin Temple | Unique beauty unchanged since the Kamakura period
Kamakura’s symbol is the big Buddha that’s located in the Kotokuin temple. It is not only a beautiful sight, you can also enter the Buddha to see what it looks like from the inside.
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Kamakura | A town surrounded by historical shrines and temples and beautiful nature
Kamakura is only a one-hour train ride south of Tokyo, and offers plenty of interesting sights in a small area. Learn more about the central Hachimangu shrine and other cool spots in Kamakura.
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Hasedera Temple | The Western Paradise of Kamakura
The Hasedera temple in Kamakura has one of the most beautiful temple precincts in the area. There are many things to discover, and flower lovers will have a field day.
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Nagano City | Beautiful nature in each season and historic townscape
Nagano city is a good place to stay as a base for making day trips in the area with its good bus and train connections. What is there to do in the city itself?
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Mt Takao | Easy Hiking Near Tokyo
Mt Takao was introduced in the Michelin Green Guides for Travel and Tourism as a place that is relatively close to the center of Tokyo where you can discover the ‘real Japan’.
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Asakusa Sensoji Temple | Quaint history and beautiful scenery
Sensoji temple is one of the top tourist spots in Tokyo, which is no wonder as the temple has a long and interesting history and wonderful traditional architecture.
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Zojoji Temple, Tokyo | High Prestige and Benefits for Winning Luck
This former family temple of the Tokugawa clan is a must-see if you are in the area. There is an impressive garden with a large number of jizo statues, and daily Buddhist ceremonies are held.
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Gotokuji Temple, Tokyo | The birthplace of the beckoning cat
Gotokuji is a Buddhist temple in Tokyo. What sets this temple apart from the rest are the thousands of small cat statues that you can find here. What’s the story behind these cats?
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Ueno Park, Tokyo | Famous for its popular museums and beautiful cherry blossoms
The Ueno Park in Tokyo has many temples and museums, and it is one of the most famous places to enjoy the cherry blossoms in spring.
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Hamamatsucho Station Area | Transportation hub with access to everywhere
There are many hotels in the Hamamatsucho Station area, but what is there to do here? And is the area well-connected to the rest of Tokyo?
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A pilgrimage course to the Seven Gods of Good Fortune in Ota that will bring happiness to your life!
Are you looking for a short pilgrimage to insert some more luck into your life? In Ota City near Tokyo, there is a route where you can do just that!
