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Shimane: land of gods and legends

Watching the mist roll over Shimane’s shrines and ancient cedars makes it easy to see why it’s known as the realm of gods or the land of myths.

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Exploring the beauty, history of Nikko, Japan

A sacred site for both Shinto and Buddhists since the 8th century, Nikko is home to a number of UNESCO World Heritage temples and shrines and gorgeous nature.

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Let’s take a bullet train to Kyoto when in Japan

Kyoto is home to numerous UNESCO World Heritage sites packed into an area of around 828 square kilometers. Over 250 shrines, as many as 1,600 temples and other cultural properties within the city have been impressing foreign visitors for ages.

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VIDEO| Fushimi Inari Taisha

Easily one of the most recognizable and most popular of Japan’s shrines, Fushimi Inari sits at the foot of the 764-foot-high Inariyama Mountain.

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Day-tripping in Shuzenji

If you are on a U.S. military installation in the Kanto Plain and are looking for a one-day trip to experience a traditional Japanese hot spring resort, a strong option would be Shuzenji.

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Community News

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Shichi-Go-San: It all adds up on Japan's 7-5-3 Day

This is “shichigosan” (seven-five-three), a traditional celebration and rite of passage in the Land of Rising Sun.

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Ghost statue near Sasebo popular for those seeking good luck, end to COVID-19

In times of trouble or in search of good luck, some turn to religion, or a lucky rabbit’s foot, maybe a pair of lucky socks.

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Tateyama: Peaceful city with a great panoramic view of Tokyo’s gulf

Tateyama, on Boso (Chiba) Peninsula’s south end, is a beautiful castle city and a great one-day sightseeing attraction if you’re visiting from Yokosuka Naval Base.