shrines
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 real-life version of the newest Slam Dunk movie’s shrine is worth working up a sweat to see.
The site of Ieyasu’s grave also has an amazing hidden-gem museum that far too many visitors skip.
Designed with the spirit of the shrine in mind but new methods, it’s the perfect combination of ancient and modern.
Horses that make it to the top are seen as signs of good harvest, but those that don’t may die.
Almost everyone who visits Nara goes to Kasuga Shrine, but hardly anyone gets there like this.
Real-life bunnies, bunny statues, bunny amulets, bunny mythology–make this year truly the Year of the Rabbit, through travel!
Heartfelt advice for those hoping to visit the World Heritage site before the end of the year.