I went to Hatsumode to the Fushimi God of Shogun company where there is a komonuron that is a lion-dog "Senbon Torii" with countless torii lined up Near the Fushimi-Inari Taisha Shrine, famous for ...
Located in the hills above Kyoto, Japan, this Shinto shrine is impressive not only for its size, but especially for its atmosphere. Dedicated to Inari, the god of rice and prosperity, Fushimi Inari ...
For the traditionalist, celebrating the New Year in Japan offers a number of history-laden foods, decorations and activities, all calculated to ensure that the coming year is a good one. One of my ...