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Religion in Japan: how Shintoism co-exists with other beliefs
Culture / Religion / Shrine / Society / Temple / Thoughts

Religion in Japan: how Shintoism co-exists with other beliefs

Posted on: January 29, 2025January 29, 2025

Shintoism is the Indigenous religion of Japan and promotes a spiritual way of life in harmony with nature and all forms of life.

Top 5 places to visit in Kameoka – Kyoto’s scenic town
Kameoka / Kyoto / Shrine

Top 5 places to visit in Kameoka – Kyoto’s scenic town

Posted on: December 11, 2024December 11, 2024

Kameoka is a town that simply cannot be conquered in a day as there’s so much to see! Here are 5 of the best places in Kyoto’s scenic town!

3 reasons you should see Japan’s cherry blossoms at night
Castle / Cherry Blossom / Sakura

3 reasons you should see Japan’s cherry blossoms at night

Posted on: April 16, 2024April 16, 2024

Stunning streetlight sakura and quiet magical walks are just a few reasons you need to experience Japan’s cherry blossoms at night!

Momoyama Tenmangu Shrine promotes spirituality and learning
Architecture / Culture / Kyoto / Shrine / Society

Momoyama Tenmangu Shrine promotes spirituality and learning

Posted on: November 24, 2023November 24, 2023

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

Heian Shrine offers scenic views of Kyoto that aren’t talked about!
Architecture / Kyoto / Shrine

Heian Shrine offers scenic views of Kyoto that aren’t talked about!

Posted on: August 19, 2023August 19, 2023

You probably won’t see this on your standard Kyoto itinerary, but the spectacular landscapes of Heian Shrine are not too far from the action!

Namba Yasaka Shrine is one of Osaka’s most underrated icons
Osaka / Shrine / Temple

Namba Yasaka Shrine is one of Osaka’s most underrated icons

Posted on: July 18, 2023July 18, 2023

Easily the most unique shrine I’ve ever been to is the striking demon head of Namba Yasaka Shrine, a surprisingly under-visited monument.

A day at Kokura Castle – exploring the beauty of Kitakyushu
Castle / Kitakyushu

A day at Kokura Castle – exploring the beauty of Kitakyushu

Posted on: June 17, 2023August 11, 2023

Built in 1608, Kokura Castle stands tall in the stunning seaside city of Kitakyushu, a spectacle that gives Osaka Castle a run for its money!

A day at Fushimi Inari Taisha – Japan’s most popular shrine
Culture / Fushimi Inari-Taisha / Kyoto / Shrine

A day at Fushimi Inari Taisha – Japan’s most popular shrine

Posted on: April 13, 2023April 20, 2023

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

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