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Nikko Toshogu Shrine is widely regarded as one of Japan's most mystical and beautiful sanctuaries. Located in Nikko City, Tochigi Prefecture, it's just a two-hour train journey from Tokyo. The Origins of Nikko Toshogu The shrine's story ...

Discover the fascinating world of Japanese accommodations - from luxurious ryokans to futuristic capsule hotels Welcome to the Land of Unique Stays Tokyo's skyline isn't the only thing that will leave you breathless in Japan. The country...

Japan's religious landscape differs markedly from that of many other nations around the world. According to an NHK survey, only 36% of Japanese people identify as adherents to any formal religion, with 31% identifying as Buddhist and 3% ...

Among Tokyo's many religious sites, Meiji Shrine (明治神宮, Meiji Jingū) stands as perhaps the most revered—a 170-acre forested sanctuary nestled in the heart of one of the world's most dynamic metropolises. What makes this shrine unique...