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People praying at Sozen Shrine in front of statues of horses at the start of the year of the horse. Morioka is the main city of the prefecture of Iwate, Tohoku region. Located in the Northern area and regarded as one of the coldest places of the country, Morioka is the perfect destination for those that want to experience a more traditional Japan, characterized by with numerous UNESCO sites, wild nature, and ancient folklore. In 2023 Morioka and the Iwate prefecture have been

Kegon waterfalls, from the viewing platform. Chuzenji lake. The Kegon waterfalls and the Chuzenji lake are two of the most famous scenic spots of the city of Nikko, near Tokyo. Nikko is a mountain area well known for its beautiful nature and famous for its picturesque red bridge. Especially in autumn, pictures of Nikko floods social media thanks to the beautiful foliage of its trees. The lake and the waterfalls are located a walkable distance from each other, allowing visitor

Wishes written on small shaped kitsune at the Oji Inari shrine. New Year is considered one of the most important times of the year in Japanese culture. During this holiday period, which usually lasts a few days, Japanese people travel to visit their families and spend time together, relaxing and enjoying special traditional food. Before the New Year, families deep-clean their house to wipe away the previous year’s misfortune and worries and be ready to welcome the New Year. I