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Hachimangu

Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine

The 800-year-old shrine that is the heart of Kamakura Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine is a historic and revered shrine located in Kamakura, japan. With a history…

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Kasuga Taisha Shrine

Kasuga Taisha Shrine

Kasuga Taisha is one of the most sacred sites in japan, known for its grandeur and historical significance. Located in Nara, it attracts both devotees…

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Shiroi Koibito Park

Shiroi Koibito Park

The home of Hokkaido’s most iconic edible souvenir is none other than Shiroi Koibito Park. Located in Sapporo, this park is a must-visit for anyone…

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Imperial Palace Outer Gardens

Imperial Palace Outer Gardens

A tranquil ring of nature and moats around the royal palace Strolling through the Kokyo Gaien National Garden is an appropriately grand way to approach…

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The National Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo

The National Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo

The National Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo, also known as MOMAT, is japan‘s first national art museum and one of the largest art museums in…

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coast line

Matsushima

A bay of pine-covered islands and scenery worthy of a Basho haiku Matsushima Bay, located in Miyagi Prefecture in Tohoku, is a picturesque destination known…

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Tennoji Park

Tennoji Park

A touch of green under japan‘s tallest building Families in Japan have found solace and joy in the expansive lawns of Tennoji Park, located in…

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Mt Ontake

Mt. Ontake

Kiso’s sacred volcano filled with spiritual history Introduction Mt. Ontake, located in Kiso-gun, Nagano-ken, is considered one of japan‘s most sacred mountains. For over a…

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Sakae

Sakae

Nagoya is a vibrant city in japan that offers a wide range of attractions and activities for visitors to enjoy. One of the most popular…

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Takayama Autumn Festival

Takayama Autumn Festival

Takayama is bathed in the soft glow of lantern light as the elegant Takayama Autumn Festival takes place over two days, October 9 and 10,…

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Orange Street

Orange Street

Stroll Osaka’s hip shopping district for fashion, furniture, and cool cafes Osaka is a bustling city in japan known for its vibrant culture, delicious food,…

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Itoshima Hanto

Itoshima Peninsula

A beach paradise located less than an hour from the center of Fukuoka City, Itoshima is a hidden gem that locals in Fukuoka like to…

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