SOCIETY
Japan’s Shrines and Temples Goes Cashless to Thwart Donation Box Thefts
With Hatsumode - the first shrine visit of the New Year - fast approaching, some shrines say they're going digital to stop…
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SOCIETY
SOCIETY
Japanese Chemical Company Holds Memorial for Murdered Bugs
Earth Corporation in Japan kills a lot of insects every year. And every year, they make sure to atone for it.
TRAVEL
Here Are Japan’s Top Scenic Nature Spots for Tourists
Want to get out of the city and see some natural beauty while in Japan? Here are what other tourists deem the…
CULTURE
Couples: Avoid Japan’s Cursed Breakup Spots!
Going to Japan as a couple? Then you might want to avoid the following locations that urban legends say spell doom for…
SOCIETY
This Shinto Shrine in Tokyo Appeals to Runners, Foodies, and Manga Fans
Planning a run? One shrine in Tokyo, made famous by a long-running manga, has a protective charm just for you. Plus ,…
CULTURE
Why Shinto Shrines Are Abandoning Their Controversial Association
Since 1969, the Association of Shinto Shrines has overseen most shrines in Japan. But ongoing controversies are driving some away.
CULTURE
Enmusubi: The Japanese Ritual of Forging Romantic Connections
Is it love...or is it destiny? A look into the concept of enmusubi, including Japan's most famous "power spots" for forging new…
TRAVEL
Izumo Taisha: The Shrine You Must Visit At Least Once
Once a year, Japan's multitude of gods leave the rest of the country. Where do they gather? At Izumo Taisha.