I went on a trip to Japan last year and it’s true when they say, Japan is a mixture of modernity and traditionalism. It is a country that is truly the epitome of culture, heritage and history but with a twist of trendiness. The country is picturesque and there are beautiful places you must visit. Here are few of my favourites.
Himeji Castle
Himeji is a place in Japan that is famous for the most extraordinary castle in the island country. The castle was built there in the 17th century. The palace compound in known as Shirasagijo in Japanese, which when translated means The White Heron Castle. The castle is named so because its design resembles a bird with spread wings, ready to fly. To reach the compound of the castle you must follow a set trail. On your way, you will walk pass walls, small tower and huge wooden gates. The daytenshu or the central tower looks at a small yard. Apparently, Samurais used to carry out customary murders in that yard. Apart from the main palace, tourists might want to check out the Literary Museum, Inland Sea and the Historical Museum of Hyogo Prefecture.
Kinkaku-ji, Kyoto
The Kinkaku-ji Temple was built in 1397 and is also known as the Golden Pavilion. It was the residence of the famous shogun Ashikaga Yoshimitsu, it became a Zen Buddhist temple after his death.
If you are in Kyoto, this place is definitely worth a visit as the temple is covered with ornaments made of embossed gold and is surrounded by magnificent Japanese garden. The Golden Pavilion Temple shines like gold and it is most certainly a breathtaking sight. The building holds relics of Buddha and therefore is gilded. The spiritual compound is surrounded by beautiful gardens for example, there is a small pond in front of the pavilion that surrounded by streams, alleys and exotic plants. The gardens of Kinkaku-ji itself are a must visit in Kyoto. This is most definitely one the best places to visit in Japan.
Itsukushima
Another place I loved was the island of Itsukushima. This island is located in the sea Seto and since ancient times it is a holy place of Shintoism. In all probability, the first shrine or holy building was built in the 6th century. The temple now found there dates all the way back to the 12th century. The temple is not only artistically made but is also very technical in design. It is one of the most visited tourist spots in Japan.
Himeji Castle
Himeji is a place in Japan that is famous for the most extraordinary castle in the island country. The castle was built there in the 17th century. The palace compound in known as Shirasagijo in Japanese, which when translated means The White Heron Castle. The castle is named so because its design resembles a bird with spread wings, ready to fly. To reach the compound of the castle you must follow a set trail. On your way, you will walk pass walls, small tower and huge wooden gates. The daytenshu or the central tower looks at a small yard. Apparently, Samurais used to carry out customary murders in that yard. Apart from the main palace, tourists might want to check out the Literary Museum, Inland Sea and the Historical Museum of Hyogo Prefecture.
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Kinkaku-ji, Kyoto
The Kinkaku-ji Temple was built in 1397 and is also known as the Golden Pavilion. It was the residence of the famous shogun Ashikaga Yoshimitsu, it became a Zen Buddhist temple after his death.
If you are in Kyoto, this place is definitely worth a visit as the temple is covered with ornaments made of embossed gold and is surrounded by magnificent Japanese garden. The Golden Pavilion Temple shines like gold and it is most certainly a breathtaking sight. The building holds relics of Buddha and therefore is gilded. The spiritual compound is surrounded by beautiful gardens for example, there is a small pond in front of the pavilion that surrounded by streams, alleys and exotic plants. The gardens of Kinkaku-ji itself are a must visit in Kyoto. This is most definitely one the best places to visit in Japan.
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Itsukushima
Another place I loved was the island of Itsukushima. This island is located in the sea Seto and since ancient times it is a holy place of Shintoism. In all probability, the first shrine or holy building was built in the 6th century. The temple now found there dates all the way back to the 12th century. The temple is not only artistically made but is also very technical in design. It is one of the most visited tourist spots in Japan.
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