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We set out to dispel rumours about the shrine’s mysterious power…but it ends up biting us in the butt.
We get to enter a holy land that’s been protected since ancient times, and it reminds us of the world of Princess Mononoke.
Shrine enthusiasts come up with a clever solution to help preserve an important tradition.
Elaborate sting operation lasts over four hours, ends with an officer tripping over and another one appearing from the bushes in a full-on Ghillie suit.
The three biggest religions of Japan and some of their sects unite in the spiritual fight against the disease.
Getting married or having a kid? Then into the flames you go!
Nagasaki priest says over-tourism, vandalism and theft of amulets led to his controversial decision.
You may have heard giving a certain amount of money will win you favor with the gods, but a very high authority says otherwise.
Workaholics asked to address this senseless loss in a country where taking paid leave is frowned upon.
Spokesmen say this week’s ceremony, and another scheduled for October, violate the principal of separation of church and state.
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