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Three Views of Japan

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<p>A canonical list of three most celebrated scenic views in Japan, attributed to 1643 scholar Hayashi Gahō (also Hayashi Shunsai). The <strong>Three Views of Japan</strong> (日本三景,&nbsp;<i lang="ja-Latn" title="Hepburn transliteration">Nihon Sankei</i>)&nbsp;are attributed to Hayashi&#39;s <em>Nihonkaku Jisekikou</em> book, which introduced these three prominent locations to be found across&nbsp;Japan. Each spot is surrounded by the sea and considered a strong symbol&nbsp;of Japan.</p>

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Amanohashidate

Amanohashidate

Since the inception of Kyoto more than a thousand years ago the nobility have retreated to this seaside resort.

Matsushima

Matsushima

Legendary pine-clad islets in a broad bay, venerated by poets and Lords throughout history.

Miyajima in Photos

Miyajima in Photos

Some photos from a few different trips of mine to Miyajima. It was so great, I just kept going back.