Shurijo Castle brings together the history and culture of the Ryukyu Kingdom, with vivid colors and an impressive presence. Walking through the park gives you a deeper understanding of Okinawan history while letting you enjoy its distinctive architectural style. It’s well worth exploring at a leisurely pace.
Shurijo Castle Park | Review by BobbyJenny
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Maruchan Red Kitsune Udon
This cup instant udon only needs hot water and a wait of 5 minutes to be ready to eat. Topped with slightly sweet deep-fried tofu, it's so popular in Japan that it's hard to find anyone who doesn't know about it.
MARUCHAN Red Kitsune Udon has always been one of the instant noodles I make sure to buy whenever I visit Japan. The noodles are springy and smooth, and they still have a nice texture after soaking. My favorite part is the large piece of fried tofu soaked with broth. It's sweet and savory with a subtle bonito aroma, making every bite satisfying. The broth is light and flavorful without being too salty, so it doesn't feel heavy even after finishing the whole bowl. Sprinkle on the included shichimi spice for even more aroma!
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Atsuta Jingu (Atsuta Shrine)
About 1900 years ago, one of the Three Sacred Treasures (in Japanese mythology, the goddess, Amaterasu-Omikami, conferred on them. They were handed down as the proof of imperial succession), Kusanagi-no-tsurugi (sacred sword) , was dedicated here, which is said to be the beginning of this shrine.
Atsuta Jingu is a very famous shrine in Nagoya. As soon as you enter the approach, you can feel the peaceful and solemn atmosphere, and the tall trees make you feel as if you're in a forest. As you stroll around and worship, your mind also becomes calm, creating a striking contrast with the bustling city. Afterward, you can enjoy local specialties at the shrine or nearby, such as the famous eel rice, making the trip even more fulfilling.
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Ginkaku-ji
This temple was built by Ashikaga Yoshimasa, the eighth shogun of the Muromachi Shogunate, as a villa called "Higashiyama-den". Along with Kinkakuji Temple, this temple is a pagoda temple outside of Shokokuji Temple (i.e., a hermitage built in a different location from the main temple after his retirement). After Yoshimasa's death, the temple was named Jishoji after his Buddhist name.
Once you enter Ginkaku-ji, the whole area feels quiet and peaceful, creating a striking contrast with Kyoto's bustling streets. The gardens are meticulously maintained, and the white sand garden and greenery complement each other, giving it the distinctive beauty of a Japanese garden. As you slowly walk along the path, you can also look out over the entire temple grounds, which feels very relaxing.
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