Whether you’re looking for a new love or to take an existing one to the next level, the gods are ready to help you at these four Shinto spots.
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Not sure what to do in the area besides visiting one of Japan’s most ancient shrines? Here are our recommendations to make the most of your visit.
After years of dealing with ill-mannered visitors, Watazumi Shrine has had enough with what it calls “the destruciton of Japanese culture.”
Japan has tens of thousands of shrines and even more omamori amulets, but is it OK to stock up on multiple blessings?
Blessed Wearable Blankets all receive prayers that wearers will pass their entrance exams.
Dramatic coastline has a dramatic reason for sharing its name with a priest from the Heian period.
Nara’s deer are believed to be messengers of the gods, but they might be losing part of their protected status.
Loincloths at least, gentlemen, says shrine in change of policy in how to ask the gods for a good harvest and plenty of fish.
The site of Ieyasu’s grave also has an amazing hidden-gem museum that far too many visitors skip.
Our reporter makes a long journey in the hope that some divine intervention will help her score tickets to her favorite idols’ concert this year.
Horses that make it to the top are seen as signs of good harvest, but those that don’t may die.
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