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Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine

Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine

For those in love, looking for love, and everything in between, Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine is the perfect place to visit! Not to b...

Saitama
Heian Shrine

Heian Shrine

The Heian Shrine is a Shinto shrine located in Sakyō-ku, Kyoto, Japan. The Shrine is ranked as a Beppyō Jinja by the Associat...

Kyoto
Monet's Pond

Monet's Pond

The "Monet Pond", which until a few years ago did not have its own name, is well hidden in the lands of Gifu Prefecture. In 2...

Gifu
Ise Grand Shrine

Ise Grand Shrine

Gary Luscombe

Dedicated to Amaterasu, Goddess of the Sun, Ise Jingu is the most sacred Shinto Shrine in Japan. Set within an ancient forest...

Mie
Koinobori Festa 1000 2026

Koinobori Festa 1000 2026

Anonymous

On May 5th, cities and villages throughout hold koinobori (carp-streamers) festivals in celebration of Children’s Day, a day ...

Osaka
Nijo Castle

Nijo Castle

Nijo Castle is one of the most accessible UNESCO spots in Kyoto, being just a short walk from Nijojo-mae Station. The former ...

Kyoto