The most famous attraction in Himeji is the castle. Originally built in 1333, it’s a World Heritage Site and the largest and most visited castle in Japan. It was recently restored, and the castle itself and surrounding area were extremely impressive to view from any angle. The castle’s outside is simply stunning, dressed in brilliant white […]
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Koya-san
Mount Koya, also known as Koya-san, is a World Heritage Site, because it’s the world headquarters of a particular sect of Japanese Buddhism. Many pilgrims spend years meditating in this mountainous area, and after spending time there, I felt the natural attraction. The famous Okunoin Cemetery is Japan’s largest cemetery, home to 200,000 tombstones lining the 2km approach […]
Kyoto
The friendly translator from the Michelin rated restaurant in Nara was a Kyoto native. At the end of the evening, she – her name is Mao – offered a ride to Kyoto, my next destination, to spend a few hours showing me around. I immediately seized the opportunity, and was able to ask her many […]