Tag: travel
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Himeji Castle
Himeji Castle Himeji Castle is one of Japan’s most impressive historical landmarks and a magnificent example of traditional Japanese architecture. Located in Himeji, in Hyōgo Prefecture, the castle is famous for its brilliant white walls and elegant appearance, earning it the nickname “White Heron Castle.” It is considered one of the finest surviving castles in… Read more
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Koko-en Garden Himeji
Koko-en Garden Himeji Koko-en Garden is a beautiful traditional Japanese garden located next to Himeji Castle in Hyōgo Prefecture, Japan. Opened in 1992, the garden was created to commemorate the centenary of Himeji City and occupies a site where samurai residences once stood during the Edo period. With its carefully designed landscapes, peaceful atmosphere and… Read more
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Hōkan-ji Temple (Yasaka Pagoda) Kyoto
Hōkan-ji Temple (Yasaka Pagoda) Kyoto Hōkan-ji Temple, better known as Yasaka Pagoda, is in Kyoto’s historic Higashiyama district. Its five-storey wooden pagoda rises 46 metres above the surrounding traditional streets. According to tradition, Prince Shōtoku founded the temple in 589 following a divine message in a dream. However, fires destroyed the original structures several times.… Read more