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Japan: The One-Legged Torii in Nagasaki, Remain of the Atomic Bomb
Japan sadly bears numerous traces and remains of World War II, particularly in the cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. In August 1945, the...
Japan: Chikubu Island, Nature and Spirituality on Lake Biwa
Chikubu Island is one of the six major islands of Lake Biwa. It is a national heritage treasure. Through its temple and shrine, it is a...
Japan: Shirahige and its Floating Torii on Lake Biwa
The Shirahige Shrine, located on the shores of Lake Biwa in Shiga Prefecture, Japan, is famous for its floating Torii, a symbol of the...
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