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Nagano
Shrines & Temples
Togakushi Shrine
3.32 5Built over 2000 years ago, the five shrines are revered as power spots in mountain worship.
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Togakushi Shrine Travel Guide: Tour Five Shrines with Over 2,000 Years of History and Mystical Cedar-Lined Paths
Togakushi Shrine stands at the foot of sacred Mount Togakushi in Nagano Prefecture. With a history spanning over 2,000 years, this ancient shrine enshrines deities associated with the myth of the Opening of the Heavenly Rock Cave. It comprises five shrines-Okusha, Chusha, Hokosha, Kuzuryusha, and Hinomikosha-each with its own blessings and attractions. This article introduces Togakushi Shrine, highlights of each shrine, and a recommended route.
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29 Must-Visit Tourist Spots in Nagano: Rich History and Nature Escapes
Nagano is the mountainous escape that’s enclosed by the 3 ranges of the Japan Alps. The area is hugged by rolling peaks, and remarkable natural backdrops as far as the eye can see. Not to be missed, there are even historic temples and shrines, plenty of places to stay and shops that await.
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Ehime
Museums
Saka no Ue no Kumo Museum
3.32 5The museum was founded to honor the historical novel by Ryotaro Shiba. The exhibitions depict events concerning its three main characters from Matsuyama city; The Akiyama brothers and the poet Shiki Masaoka.
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Matsuyama Travel Guide: Top Attractions, Hidden Gems, Food, and Souvenirs
Matsuyama City in Ehime Prefecture has a great selection of historic sites to visit, such as the nation’s oldest hot spring retreat, the Dogo Onsen, and Matsuyama Castle, a symbol of the city. As most sites are near Matsuyama Station and the Dogo Onsen, you can easily visit several in one day. Here, we will introduce our most highly recommended sites in Matsuyama.
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Day 3 in Matsuyama City, Ehime Prefecture ~Okaido area, Bansuisou and Sakano Ueno Kumo Museum ~
Matsuyama City in Ehime prefecture is the biggest city in Shikoku area. Not only the city is famous for magnet tourist spots such as Matsuyama castle and Dogo Onsen, it is also deeply associated with Japanese literature and historical famous people. I made a trip to Matsuyama for 3 nights and 4 days back in November, 2016. In my article, I am going to show you the pictures from the trip and I hope they will help you to get to know the area. In this article, I will write about my visit to Bansuisou, Sakano Ueno Museum and also about nightview in the area.
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