Traveling around Japan without tourists
Kōmyō-ji Temple (光明寺), located in the city of Nagaokakyo (長岡京市), is a must-see destination for lovers of autumn scenery. This Buddhist temple is known for offering one of the most impressive scenes of red leaves in the Kansai area.
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Iwashimizu Hachimangu Shrine (石清水八幡宮), located in Yawata City, Kyoto (京都), is one of Japan’s National Treasures (国宝) and one of Japan’s Three Great Hachimangu Shrines, dedicated to the god Hachiman, protector of Japan and warriors.
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Fukuchiyama Castle (福知山城), in the city of Fukuchiyama, is an ideal destination for those looking to immerse themselves in the beauty of Japanese castles in a less touristy setting surrounded by nature.
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Yokokuji Temple (楊谷寺), located in the mountains of Nagaokakyo City (長岡京) in Kyoto, is a sanctuary hidden among nature that offers a unique spiritual experience. Known as the “Temple of Healing Waters”
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Nagaoka Tenmangu Temple (長岡天満宮) is one of the most important sites in the city of Nagaokakyo (長岡京), in Kyoto Prefecture. This shrine is dedicated to Sugawara no Michizane (菅原道真), the god of wisdom and learning.
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