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The hard climb to Otayama, on the island of Hokkaido, the most dangerous shrine in Japan
There are religions that put their believers' faith to the test with harsh trials. On a mountain in Japan, that test is not ...
Japanese mark the end of winter with bean-throwing ritual to ward off evil spirits
Hundreds of people gathered Sunday at a Buddhist temple in downtown Tokyo, eagerly stretching their hands to catch the dried ...
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Japan: Making of lucky charms at Japan shrine
Making of "kiccho" lucky willow branch decorations for upcoming Setsubun celebration reaches its peak at Kumano Hayatama ...
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Shrine encourages students facing exams
HOFU, Japan >> As entrance exam season approaches, Hofu Tenmangu Shrine in Hofu, Yamaguchi prefecture, is offering ...
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Top things to do in Izumo: Visit Izumo Taisha and more in Japan's 'city of love'
Shimane Prefecture — located in the southwest of Japan’s main island near Hiroshima Prefecture — is an off-the-beaten-path ...
Sake Is Sacred in Japan — Here's Where to Sip at the Spiritual Source
Sake has a rich history complete with dragons and gods in ancient Japan. Today, the rice wine is still sacred and has UNESCO recognition for its intangible cultural heritage. Explore the rice wine in ...