Osaka is a special place. Of all the places I've visited in Japan, this place stood out to me the most. In all reality, most cities in Japan start to look very similar to one another after a while but what makes Osaka so special is the food and the people. There are of course… Continue reading Japan: Osaka Part I
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Japan: Hiroshima Part II
Perhaps the most attractive sites in all of Japan are found in Miyajima, a World Heritage Site. Miyajima (Shrine Island) is an island that features some beautiful sites. The highlight is of course the Floating Tori /The Great Gate, which is every bit spectacular as I imagined it would be. We had a great time! The gate is… Continue reading Japan: Hiroshima Part II
Japan: Koyasan
Koyasan (Mount Koya) is located in Wakayama Prefecture. It is a historical site recognized as the center of Shingon Buddhism. Koyasan is home to about 120 temples and a university that focuses on religious studies. My brother, sister-in-law, myself and a friend recently visited Koyasan and easily accessed it via Shinimamiya Station. The best way to travel… Continue reading Japan: Koyasan