Close to the mountainous area west of Kyoto Station, besides the weeping cherry blossom, Shōbō-ji (西山正法寺) is a hidden plum blossom spot in Kyoto that only a few know about. The temple is nicknamed a Rock Temple (石の寺) because unique rocks were collected from all over the country. Many of them are placed in its […]
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If you land at the Kansai Airport between late February and early March, don’t jump on the train straightaway for Osaka’s city center. The plum blossoms close to Kinyūji might be blooming beautifully upon your arrival. How about starting your trip by detouring to the small temple for the plum blossoms up the hill?
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If you want to receive blessings for academic success, visit Dōmyōji Tenmangū (道明寺天満宮) in Osaka‘s Fujiidera City (藤井寺市). The shrine that enshrines the God of Learning, Sugawara no Michizane (菅原道真), has a history of more than 1,400 years (founded in 947). Like most Tenmangūs in Japan, plum blossoms can be found in the shrine’s precinct.
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Okayama Prefecture in southwestern Japan’s main island offers scenic views of the Seto Inland Sea and is filled with amazing attractions. If you love to admire flowers but can’t visit the prefecture during the cherry blossom season, how about visiting some of the below spots for other types of beautiful flowers? Think Wisteria, Hydrangea, Lavender,
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Heading to Fukuoka City and looking for some interesting shrines and temples to visit? If so, you are in luck! Fukuoka has quite a few unique shrines and temples, some of which you can participate in traditional rituals. Here is a list of our favorites!
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So you are planning a trip to Okayama Prefecture and are curious about which shrines and temples should be on your list to visit? Well, you are in luck! We have done the research for you. Here is our list of Okayama Prefecture’s most unique shrines and temples and why!
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If you are seeking a part of Japan that isn’t packed with tourists but is still culturally rich and filled with stunning scenery, Okayama Prefecture, which is just an hour from Kyoto and around 30 minutes from Hiroshima, could just be your ideal destination. In addition to the prefecture’s landmark, Okayama Castle and its garden
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Aomori, Japan’s main island’s northmost prefecture, is filled with stunning landscapes and volcanic mountain ranges. In addition to its many off-the-beaten-path scenic destinations, it is also culturally rich and features two of the country’s best art museums. Read on and discover the top 12 places to visit when you visit Aomori!
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Fukuoka City, the main transportation hub of Kyūshū, is best known for its Yatai stalls. But what many aren’t aware of is the city has a couple of great spots perfect for cherry blossom hunting. The good news is some of them are just in the city center!
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North of Fukuoka’s city center, Shika Island (志賀島) is a great weekend getaway in Fukuoka. The island, which has a circumference of around 11 km, is one of the top destinations for the locals to enjoy nature, hot springs, and beach activities. To many Japanese, though, their stereotype of Shika Island is probably a historically
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