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[place_master_id=5926 DescriptionChange="{ Zenkokuji Temple, a Nichiren sect temple.It is known as a good luck spot because Bishamonten, the god of wealth, is enshrined here. This historic temple was founded in the early Edo period, and has a beautiful garden within its grounds. In spring, the cherry blossoms are in full bloom, and the temple is bustling with visitors. Strolling through the temple grounds amid the fluttering pink and white cherry blossom petals is a wonderful experience that can only be found in Japan.The highlight of Bishamonten Zenkokuji Temple is, without a doubt, the main ...
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Walking around Josai town "Going around the area with our guides" The area west of Tsuyama Castle, the Josai district, is the castle town's largest concentration of temples, and retains the townscape and atmosphere of the Edo period. In 2020, the Josai district was designated an "Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings." The "Okagamine Tour with Guides" is a walking tour of the Josai Town Preservation District, guided by the Josai Jakuso Association. You can choose from the matcha course, the sutra copying/copying Buddha course, or the zazen/meditation course and ex...
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A specimen of the Celestus occiduus housed at the Natural History Museum, London. Photo by Simon J. Tonge via Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 3.0 DEED. This is the same lizard species that is being repatriated to Jamaica, though not the specific specimen. Culturally, many Jamaicans have a horror of lizards, shuddering at the mere thought of one. As such, many did not share the excitement of Jamaican and British scientists over a recent announcement by the University of the West Indies (UWI) that a specimen of the Jamaican Giant Galliwasp — presumed extinct — will be going home to Jamaica on April 24,...
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The long-awaited arrival of spring! Yamaguchi City has many famous cherry blossom viewing spots. This time, I would like to introduce 5 recommended cherry blossom viewing spots! Please come and visit us! Table of Contents1. Ichinosaka River: 200 Cherry Trees Along the Old Townscape Long ago, Yamaguchi was built in the style of Kyoto, with the Ichinosaka River being likened to Kyoto's Kamogawa River. Approximately 200 Yoshino cherry trees are in full bloom on both banks of the Ichi-no-Saka River, creating a traditional atmosphere. The scenery with the old townhouses in the surrounding area is s...
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Recommended sightseeing spots in YamaguchiYamaguchi Prefecture is located on the western edge of Honshu. Formerly known as the Choshu Domain, it is the birthplace of Shoin Yoshida, and has many spots that fans of the end of the Edo period will want to visit at least once. Shimonoseki is famous for its puffer fish, but you can also enjoy a rich selection of seafood at Karato Market. In this article, we will introduce recommended tourist spots to visit in Yamaguchi Prefecture and recommended rental cars that can be rented in the area. Table of ContentsKintai Bridge Kintai Bridge is a five-arch w...
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Recommended sightseeing spots in HiroshimaThere are many must-see spots for thinking about peace, such as the Atomic Bomb Dome and Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, and war ruins that are still in use are scattered throughout the prefecture. In addition, you can visit the filming locations of Japanese movies, and enjoy gourmet food, including seafood such as oysters, which boast the highest production volume in Japan. In this article, we will introduce recommended tourist spots to visit in Hiroshima Prefecture and recommended rental cars that can be rented in the area. Table of ContentsMiyajima M...
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Recommended sightseeing spots in OkayamaOkayama Prefecture, which started as a cotton growing area in the Edo period and is now known as a producer of domestic denim, is known as one of the leading textile producing areas in Japan. It is also the gateway connecting Shikoku and Honshu via the Great Seto Bridge, and we recommend you to enjoy the sights and tastes of the islands of the warm Seto Inland Sea. In this article, we will introduce recommended tourist spots to visit in Okayama Prefecture and recommended rental cars that can be rented in the area. Table of ContentsOkayama Castle It is sa...
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Table of ContentsWhat is "Achi Shrine"? Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter is one of the most popular tourist spots in Okayama Prefecture. Achi Shrine, located in one corner of the area, enshrines the three Munakata Goddesses: Tagirihime, Tagitsuhime, and Ichikishimahime. [Achi Shrine] Address: 12-1 Honmachi, Kurashiki City, Okayama Prefecture [place_master_id=10629 show_photos embed] torii Achi Shrine is located at the top of Mount Tsurugata, located in the north of Kurashiki's scenic area. Pass through the torii gate and start climbing. The first staircase has 88 steps. It is called "Beijuza...
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Table of ContentsThe closest station to Nara Park is Kintetsu Nara Station. To get to Nara, take the convenient Kintetsu Railway without having to transfer!The nearest station to Todaiji Temple and Nara Park, famous for its deer, is Kintetsu Nara Station. Therefore, it is very convenient to travel from Osaka Namba or Kyoto by Kintetsu train. You can get there in about 40 minutes without changing trains from Osaka Namba Station, which is close to popular tourist destinations in Minami and Shinsaibashi. If you take the Kintetsu Limited Express from Kintetsu Kyoto Station, you can get there in ab...
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More details about this ticket here! Recommended tourist spot 1: Tsuruga CastleRenowned as an impregnable castle, Tsuruga Castle survived the fierce attacks of the new government forces during the Boshin War. It was rebuilt in September 1965, and in the spring of 2011, it became the only castle tower in Japan still clad in red roof tiles from the end of the Edo period. Tsuruga Castle will be renovated in the spring of 2023. It has been reborn as a cultural tourism guide "castle" where you can experience the "stories" hidden in history using digital technology and enjoy it with all five senses....
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