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Kaitlyn Ugoretz, an instructor and associate editor at the Nanzan Institute for Religion and Culture in Nagoya, takes us through a journey of the many different colours of torii gates you can find in Japan!
A short shinkansen ride away from central Tokyo, Toyama Prefecture offers a beautiful mix of nature and cultural experiences. Nestled on the northern coast of Japan’s main island and looking out into Toyama Bay and the Sea of Japan, let’s look at some of the great things you can do in this prefecture!
Roughly one hour away from Niigata City via jetfoil, lies Sadogashima (Sado Island). Once a place of exile for prominent Kyoto politicians, intellectuals and artists who fell out of favour with the ruling government; it resulted in the island forming its own unique blends of culture and religion.
From mountain-top temple Yamadera to Dewa’s three sacred peaks, mountains remain at the heart of Yamagata’s unique identity.
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