Chugoku & Shikoku: From Tokyo…to beyond the Golden Route
A string of traditionally popular places, the ‘Golden Route’ has long been a favorite for Japan’s visitors – but now it’s ...
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The ultimate guide to Setouchi: Hiroshima and Miyajima
A global symbol of the importance of peace, Hiroshima is a vibrant commercial and culinary centre on the delta of the Ota River, shaped by the river’s six channels and knitted together by bridges. The ...
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Lisa’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Japan/ Itsukushima Shrine: Island of the gods and a gateway to paradise is well worth the trip
but it was Taira no Kiyomori (1118-1181), a general of the Heian Period (794-1185), who gets the credit for playing a significant role in making Itsukushima shrine what it is today. Miyajima is ...
The essential guide to visiting western Japan
Most visitors hit the "golden triangle" of Tokyo, Osaka, and Kyoto on Honshu's east coast. Here's why the regions of Chugoku and Shikoku shouldn't be overlooked, and everything you should see during ...
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Japan: 10 iconic temples and shrines you need to visit
Itsukushima Shrine, on the island of Miyajima, is famous for its floating torii, which appear to float on the water at high ...
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G7 leaders wrap up first day
The leaders of the Group of Seven have wrapped up the first day of their summit talks in Hiroshima. They traveled to Miyajima Island, just outside of Hiroshima City on Friday evening. The island ...