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- Heijo-kyo Rises: Guided by Fujiwara Fuhito
Heijo-kyo, the capital of the Nara period (710–794), was relocated by imperial decree of the 43rd Reigning Empress Genmei (660-771, 元明天皇) in 710. Spanning an area similar to that of modern-day… Read more: Heijo-kyo Rises: Guided by Fujiwara Fuhito - Takeda Shrine: Takeda Singen's Life & Battles
Dedicated to the strongest warlord, Shingen A 10-minute walk from Kofu Station in Yamanashi prefecture, Takeda Shrine stands at the foot of Yogai Mountain. Established in 1919 to enshrine Takeda… Read more: Takeda Shrine: Takeda Singen's Life & Battles - Koisihikawa Korakuen, A Tranquil Oasis in Tokyo
Koishikawa Korakuen garden is designed to resemble the scenery you would see on a journey from Edo to Kyoto. It includes a path through the Kiso region, a large pond… Read more: Koisihikawa Korakuen, A Tranquil Oasis in Tokyo
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Must Visit in 2025
The Miracle of Black, Secrets of the Yohen Tenmoku Tea Bowl, Apr.5 - Jun.22
Only three complete examples of this type of tea bowl exist in the world. One of them can be seen at the Seikado Bunko Art Museum in Marunouchi, Tokyo. The jet-black glaze shines brilliantly, creating a miraculous microcosm. Please enjoy its mysterious brilliance.
Special Exhibiiton, Oh! KOKUHŌ : Resplendent Treasures of Devotion and Heritage, Apr.19 - Jun.15
Celebrating the Nara National Museum’s 130th Anniversary, it's truly worth to meet Japanese tremendous naotional treasures, including Standing Kannon Bosatsu,Pitcher with Dragon Head, and more.The overwhelming atmosphere of this unique exhibition, where Buddhist and Shinto art treasures are displayed side by side, is truly breathtaking.
Celebration of the 1300th Anniversary of the Founding of Usa Jingu Shrine
Usa Jingu was founded in 725, 1300 years ago as the head shrine of approximately 460,000 Hachimangu shrines. In 2025, several special ritural ceremonies are going to be held, including the main shrine is open for special visits from May 3rd to 6th, and the Chokusai Festival is held in early October. It's well worth visiting Usa Jingu Shrine in the special year.
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