10 Historical Nigatsu-do Hall in Todaiji Temple Karen Zheng Designated as a National Treasure, Nigatsu-do (also known as ‘Hall of the Second Month) is located within the famous Todai-ji ..
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Culture The Sublime Sensoji Temple Michael Kaplan Sensoji is the famous Asakusa Kannon Temple in Taito-ku Tokyo
Culture Iruma Martial Arts Festival 2026 Mid Feb The Iruma City Martial Arts Festival has been running for over three decades now, showcasing a variety of Japan's traditional..
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Culture Shirakawa Spring Patty Hong Shirakawa Suigen (Spring) located in the Minamiaso area of Kumamoto Prefecture is one of 100 top water spots in Japan.