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Hachiko Statue University of Tokyo Tokyo

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Hachiko Statue University of Tokyo

The second Hachiko statue in Tokyo was unveiled March 2015 and depicts the reunion of the loyal Akita Inu and his master Professor Ueno. Located on the grounds of the Department of Agriculture (Yayoi Section of the Hongo Campus) at the University of Tokyo, the new statue will warm your heart.

By Jessica A Paje

Kiyomizu Temple and Otowa Waterfall Kyoto

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Kiyomizu Temple and Otowa Waterfall

Kiyomizudera, also known as the Pure Water Temple is one of more famous temples in Japan. This temple is located up in a hill in the east of Kyoto. One of the things that stands out is the wooden stage in the main hall that is 13 meters above the hill. During the spring period, this will give you an amazing view of the cherry blossom. From the wooden stage, you will also able to see Kyoto city in the distance. Kiyomizudera is also inside the list of UNESCO World Heritage.

By Stefanus Husin

Yamagata: Spiritualism and Nature Yamagata

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Yamagata: Spiritualism and Nature

Yamagata connects natural sightseeing destinations with spirituality effortlessly. Discover inner peace like the local monks have by exploring forests, waterfalls and rivers.

Cupid of Japan: Kyoto Jishu Shrine Kyoto

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Cupid of Japan: Kyoto Jishu Shrine

Located behind the renowned Kiyomizu-dera (a Buddhist temple that is part of the Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto UNESCO World Heritage site), Jishu Shrine is revered as “the Cupid of Japan”. Within its compound, Jishu Shrine houses various gods that one may worship for different “requests”.

By Karen Zheng

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