Things to Do
Shrines & Temples
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Akasaka, Roppongi, Azabu-Juban
Shrines & Temples
Hie Shrine
3.13 2A shrine where one of the three great Edo festivals, the Sanno Festival, takes place. It's recognized as a power spot for success and matchmaking.
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5 Shrines for Luck in Love Across Tokyo
Whether it’s a partner, marriage, or a wish to get closer to coworkers with and friends, taking a visit to a shrine known for love and fortune is your best bet in Japan. Why not recharge your heart and soul at one of these power spots♪.
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The Sanno Matsuri, one of Tokyo's Three Major Festivals
The Sanno Matsuri is a religious festival held by Hie Shrine in Tokyo. During Japan's Edo Period (1603-1867), a portable shrine used in Shinto festivals, called Mikoshi, was carried into the Edo Castle grounds. This was the origin of a special festival known as Tenka-Matsuri, in which real Shoguns paraded through what is now Tokyo. Spanning 11 days, this festival features over 20 events.
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Kamakura
Shrines & Temples
Meigetsu-in
3.13 2A Temple in Kita-Kamakura Known as the Temple of Hydrangeas.
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Experience the Unique Charm of Japan! 10 Must-Visit Kamakura Sightseeing Spots
Kamakura is also famous as a real-life setting associated with the globally popular manga Slam Dunk. Blessed with both ocean and mountains and home to many shrines and temples, Kamakura offers seasonal scenery where nature blends beautifully with sacred sites. Like Nara and Kyoto, it once served as a center of Japanese government-why not plan a trip here to fully experience the atmosphere of Japan?
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Enjoy the hydrangeas at Kanagawa Prefecture’s Meigetsu-in Temple!
Japan’s rainy season may be coming up, but there’s still plenty to look forward to! While June is generally wet and muggy, it’s also when varying colours of hydrangea begin to bloom beautifully all over Kanto. If you’re looking to see the flowers in all their glory, we suggest heading to the history-rich city of Kamakura, which was once the capital of Japan.
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Wakayama
Shrines & Temples
Koyasan Okunoin
3.12 1Surrounded by a grove of cedar trees over 800 years old, this is a holy place in Koyasan where many spirits, including Kobo Daishi's Nyujo (Entering Meditation) and the warring feudal lords, rest.
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40 Things to Do in Wakayama
Wakayama Prefecture, blessed with oceans, mountains, and rivers, is a popular travel destination filled with historical sites, World Heritage locations, leisure spots, hot springs, and more. From scenic attractions that showcase Japan’s beautiful seasonal landscapes to accommodations, cuisine, and hot springs, we’ve carefully selected the best recommendations for your visit.
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World Heritage Site – Mt. Koya (Part 2) – Walking Around “Okunoin,” Mausoleum for Kobo Daishi
Wakayama Prefecture. After enjoying the autumn leaves at Kongobu-ji and enjoying sesame tofu and shojin-ryori for lunch, let’s continue on and walk around “Okunoin.” Okunoin hosts the graves of historical figures and daimyo from across the country, is filled with interestingly shaped graves and memorial towers, and is home to Kobo Daishi’s mausoleum. In this second part, I’ll provide information on accessing Mt. Koya and some great value tickets.
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