Category: Shrine
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Miyajima Island
Miyajima Island, near Hiroshima, is famous for its floating torii gate, historic shrines and beautiful coastal scenery. Explore Itsukushima Shrine, Daishō-in Temple and traditional streets filled with shops, local food and wandering deer. Easily reached by train and ferry from Hiroshima, the island offers a fascinating combination of Japanese history, culture and natural beauty. Read more
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Kamakura Japan – Temples, Shrines & Great Buddha
Discover Kamakura, Japan, a historic coastal city famous for its ancient temples, Shinto shrines and samurai heritage. Explore the Great Buddha, Hasedera Temple, Tsurugaoka Hachimangū Shrine and beautiful traditional gardens. Just an hour from Shinjuku, Kamakura makes an excellent day trip from Tokyo. Read more
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Three Days in Kyoto Japan
Three Days in Kyoto Japan We had intended to spend three full days in Kyoto Japan. Two days exploring the city, with the third as a day-trip to Himeji. Unfortunately, not everything went to plan, as a typhoon meant our flight out in the evening of day three was cancelled. We were able to change… Read more