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![The Naiku of the Ise Jingu enshrines the sun goddess Amaterasu, the mother of the Japan.](jpg/naiku-tori-800x500.jpg)
- Destination Mie
- Speciality Shrines & Temples
Ise
Ise is the original pilgrim's playground; home to Japan's holiest shrine.
![Chuson-ji Temple](jpg/%e4%b8%ad%e5%b0%8a%e5%af%ba-800x500.jpg)
- Destination Iwate
- Speciality Shrines & Temples
Chuson-ji Temple
Visit the golden pavilion of the north deep within the mountains of Iwate Prefecture.
![Ushiku Daibutsu in Ibaraki, Japan.](jpg/ushiku-daibutsu-lead-800x500.jpg)
Ushiku Daibutsu (Buddha)
The tallest standing Buddha statue in Japan is hiding more than a few secrets.
![See the impressive stone Buddha at Kotukuin temple., Kamakura](jpg/great-buddah-of-kamakura-800x500.jpg)
- Destination Kanagawa
- Speciality Shrines & Temples
Kamakura Daibutsu (Great Buddha)
If size matters, Kamakura’s bronze-cast idol proves that bigger is better.
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- Destination Shimane
- Speciality Shrines & Temples
Izumo Taisha Shrine
Delve into the land of the Gods and pray for your future soulmate at Shimane Prefecture's most holy site.
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- Destination Wakayama
- Speciality Shrines & Temples
Kumano Sanzan (Three Grand Shrines of Kumano)
Partake in ancient tradition by making a pilgrimage to three of Japan’s most important shrines.
![Okunoin Cemetery Mount Koya on the Kumano Kodo pilgrimage trail](jpg/okunoin-cemetery-mount-koya-800x500.jpg)
Kumano Kodo: Kohechi Route
This demanding trek is for seasoned hikers only, but gorgeous views and the unearthly Mount Koya are sure to take anyone’s breath away.
![Hashikui-iwa Rocks Kumano Kodo Ohechi Coastal Route in Wakayama Japan](jpg/istock-468656420-800x500.jpg)
Kumano Kodo: Ohechi Route
Take the road less traveled on this coastal hiking trail once sought out by poets and painters for artistic inspiration.
![Kumano Kodo pilgrimage Iseji Route.](jpg/kumano-kodo1-800x500.jpg)
Kumano Kodo: Iseji Route
Pay your respects to Ise Jingu, Japan’s most holy shrine, and hike in the footsteps of the gods in Mie Prefecture.