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Momoyama Tenmangu Shrine promotes spirituality and learning

Located in proximity to a number of schools in the area, Momoyama Tenmangu Shrine is a place where residents pray for educational success.

A site I never thought I’d see in Kyoto, the Fushimi Momoyama Castle stands tall and proud to rival the magnificence of Japan’s best castles.

Not only is Tokyo Imperial Palace the royal home of Japan’s Emperor, but it’s also a scenic area with amazing walking paths for the public!

I’ve talked before about Japan being a cyclist’s paradise, so I thought I’d dive a little deeper into what makes cycling in Japan so awesome!

Nijo Castle is one of Kyoto’s many displays of authentic Japanese architecture enriched with culture. Here’s what it looks like at night!

As a foreigner with no real bias toward either of these Asian nations, I thought I’d share some of my observations comparing Japan vs Korea.

Often referred to as a “Japanese pub,” izakayas offer a unique experience that transcends the stereotype of drunk salaryman exclusivity.

It’s not the temple you often see in travel magazines, but Nanzenji Temple is so much more than a building, it’s a haven of pure beauty.

Japan puts its own spin on everything, and this traditional Japanese-style Starbucks is the perfect example!

Fushimi Inari-Taisha is by far Japan’s most popular shrine, known for its thousands of orange gates and fox statues.

You’d be surprised how far you can get with sign language alone, but combining it with these 5 Japanese phrases will do wonders for you!

Kyoto is one of the most naturally aesthetic cities I’ve ever been to. Here are 5 of my favorite views in Japan’s former capital!