Heian Shrine is a Shinto shrine located in Kyoto, Japan. It was built in 1895 to commemorate the 1,100th anniversary of the founding of Heian-ky?, the former name of Kyoto, and to honor the memory of Emperor Kammu, who established the city as Japan’s capital in 794. The shrine is known for its beautiful and[…]
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Koraku-en Garden is a beautiful traditional Japanese garden located in Okayama, Japan. It is considered one of the “Three Great Gardens of Japan” and is renowned for its beauty and serenity. The garden was created in the late 17th century and has been carefully maintained over the centuries, with new features and landscapes being added[…]
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Kairaku-en Garden is a traditional Japanese landscape garden located in Mito, Ibaraki Prefecture, Japan. It is considered one of the “Three Great Gardens of Japan” and is renowned for its beauty and serenity. The garden was created in the early 19th century and is famous for its stunning collection of plum trees, which bloom in[…]
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Toshogu Shrine is a Shinto shrine located in Nikko, Tochigi Prefecture, Japan. It is the final resting place of Tokugawa Ieyasu, the first shogun of the Edo period, and is considered one of the most important shrines in Japan. Toshogu Shrine is known for its elaborate and intricate carvings and decorations, including the famous “see[…]
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Kumamoto Castle is a historic castle located in Kumamoto, Kyushu, Japan. It was originally built in the late 16th century and played a significant role in the country’s feudal era. The castle was destroyed in an earthquake in 2016 and has since been undergoing restoration, with plans to reopen to the public in the near[…]
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The Heian Shrine Garden is a traditional Japanese landscape garden located in Kyoto, Japan. It was created to commemorate the 1100th anniversary of the establishment of Kyoto as the capital of Japan, and is a beautiful and serene escape from the bustling city. The garden features many traditional Japanese elements, including carefully manicured gardens, flowing[…]
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Kenroku-en Garden is a beautiful traditional Japanese garden located in Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan. It is considered one of the “Three Great Gardens of Japan” and is renowned for its beauty and serenity. The garden was first created in the late 17th century and has been carefully maintained over the centuries, with new features and[…]
Read MoreAdachi Museum of Art Garden
The Adachi Museum of Art Garden is a museum and garden located in Yasugi, Japan. The museum is dedicated to showcasing the works of Japanese artists and is considered one of the most beautiful art museums in Japan. The museum is set within a stunning garden, which is considered to be one of the most[…]
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