The oldest religious site in Tokyo is also its most visited. The Senso-ji Temple sees about 30 million annual visitors and its inception dates all the way back to year 628. Despite its claim to ...
Chikurin-no-Michi is a magical space filled with the fresh scent of bamboo and lush greenery, embodying the beauty of Arashiyama. It has appeared in a number of movies and TV series. The best times to ...
Hie-jinja Shrine has a history of more than 600 years. The Sanno Festival, one of the three biggest Japanese festivals, is held in June. Hie Shrine is a prestigious shrine which had received offerings ...
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