Tag: Torri Gate
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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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Hie Shrine Tokyo: History, Torii Gates & How to Get There
Hie Shrine Tokyo: History, Torii Gates & How to Get There Hie Shrine is a peaceful Shinto sanctuary in central Tokyo, set on a hill near Akasaka and Japan’s political district. During the fifteenth century, the warrior Ota Dokan established a shrine within Edo Castle, bringing its deity from Kawagoe’s Hie Shrine. Under the Tokugawa… Read more