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Japan: Shitennoji, the Temple of the Four Heavenly Kings in Osaka
Shitennoji, located in the heart of Osaka City, is one of Japan's oldest temples and has immense cultural and historical significance. It...


Japan: Engyōji Temple in Himeji, from Millennial Serenity to Cinema
Engyōji Temple (円教寺) is a Buddhist complex located on Mount Shosha in Himeji, Hyōgo Prefecture. Founded in 966, this temple has a rich...


Japan: Lake Biwa, a Cultural Gem and a Source of Artistic Inspiration
Lake Biwa, located in the Shiga Prefecture of Japan, is the country's largest freshwater lake and plays a crucial role both ecologically...


Japan: Lake Biwa, the Mangetsuji Temple and its Floating Pavilion Ukimido
Mangetsuji Temple is a Buddhist temple located on Lake Biwa, precisely on the Katata Peninsula in Shiga Prefecture, Japan. This temple of...
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