To many, Nara is a day-trip destination. However, as Japan’s first permanent capital, Nara boasts many important scenic and historical sites.
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Kōyasan: A Trip to the Sacred Mountain
Green and soothingly beautiful, Kōyasan has long been known as one of Japan’s holiest sites. It’s here that Shingon Buddhism was established 1200 years ago.
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Himeji Castle: The Beautiful White Heron
Elegant and lustrous white, Himeji Castle is one of Japan’s most beautiful castles. It appears like a heron flying in the sky of Himeji.
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Osaka: The Bold and the Colorful
Osaka is a brazen city that isn’t afraid to express itself. It packs more colour than most, with eye-catching signs and vivid shopfronts at every corner.
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