The Itate Hyozu Shrine in Japan’s Hyogo Prefecture is taking action over Ubisoft’s usage of the religious site in the upcoming Assassins Creed Shadows, it’s been confirmed. On the other hand, rumors ...

drawing criticism from South Korea and China which view the shrine as a symbol of Japan's militaristic past. The shrine includes 14 Japanese wartime leaders convicted as war criminals by an Allied ...

Otajinja shrine in Taisei district here is well known for its pedestrian approach, described as the “most life-threatening” in Japan. Despite its unusual location on a precipice, more ...

Kinomiya Shrine, along with a towering 2,000 year old sacred tree on site ... The sacred tree, Okusu, that stands at the back of the main hall is 2,000 years old and has been selected as a natural ...

Want to relive that Japanese holiday, or get your eye in before you head overseas? You're in luck, because Melbourne is full of top-tier Japanese restaurants. Whether you’re craving sushi, ramen, ...

Planning your dream trip to Japan in spring for cherry blossom season? Here is where and when is the best time to see the cherry blossoms in Japan! In this deep dive, we share the Japan cherry blossom ...

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