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If you’ve visited Kashima Jingu, you probably remember its towering cedar forest and powerful warrior energy. If you’ve been to Katori Jingu, the vivid vermilion gate and elegant black main hall likely left a strong impression. But when it comes…
Katori Shrine (officially known as Katori Jingu) is located in Chiba Prefecture and is one of Japan’s oldest and most prestigious shrines. It also serves as the head shrine of more than 400 Katori shrines across the country. Surrounded by…
Kashima Jingu is located in southeastern Ibaraki, on elevated ground between Kitaura Lake and the Kashima Sea. The entire shrine is surrounded by a vast primeval forest known as the “Kashima Jingu Forest,” which is designated as a natural monument.…
Just a 20-minute ride from Narita Airport, you’ll find Naritasan Shinshoji, a temple with over 1,000 years of history. Every year, it ranks among the top three most visited temples and shrines in Japan for Hatsumode (New Year’s visit), second…
Japan is home to many historic temples, but very few have drawn people from all over the country for over a thousand years, people who were willing to cross mountains and walk for weeks just to visit once. Zenkoji Temple…
You’ve probably seen photos of snow monkeys soaking in hot springs surrounded by snow.Because of that, many people visiting Nagano in winter dream of seeing this iconic scene in person. But the truth is, it’s not as easy as it…
This time in Niigata, we stayed at Lotte Arai Resort. It’s a well-known five-star ski resort hotel, especially popular among ski lovers, offering a true ski-in / ski-out experience, which basically means the hotel is right next to the slopes.…
This 5-day snowboarding trip to Lotte Arai Resort in Myoko, Niigata was my very first time ever standing on a snowboard. I stayed at the luxurious Lotte Arai Resort, right at the base of the mountain, and had an instructor…
Fushimi Inari Taisha is one of Kyoto’s most iconic landmarks. Its Senbon Torii, thousands of vermillion gates stretching endlessly up the mountain, draws visitors from every corner of the world, filling the air with chatter and the constant click of…
Tucked away within the grounds of Fushimi Inari Taisha, Araki Shrine is easy to walk straight past if you’re not paying attention. But step inside this small shrine, and you’ll be greeted by one of the most visually arresting sights…
