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Temples & Shrines
Which temples and shrines reward the visit, how to tell a temple from a shrine, and the point at which they stop working on you.
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Senso-ji Temple Guide (Asakusa, Tokyo)
Senso-ji is Tokyo's oldest and most famous temple. Here's what to see, when to go, and how to make the most of your visit.
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Fushimi Inari Shrine Guide (Kyoto)
Fushimi Inari's thousands of red torii gates are one of Japan's most iconic sights. Here's how to visit, when to go, and what to expect.
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Meiji Shrine Guide (Tokyo)
Meiji Shrine is a tranquil forest sanctuary in the heart of Tokyo, beside busy Harajuku. Here's what to see and how to visit respectfully.
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Temple and Shrine Etiquette in Japan
How to behave respectfully at Japan's temples and shrines — purification, prayer customs, photography, and the key dos and don'ts for visitors.
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