Shinya Yamada2 days ago4 min3 Keywords to Understand the Differences Between Shinto Shrines and TemplesIn a previous blog post, I mentioned that Kagurazaka can be considered both a shrine-front and a temple-front town. I will discuss the...
Shinya Yamada3 days ago3 minThe Heike Festival Returns to Yunishigawa Onsen After 5 Years. Don’t Miss the Majestic ‘Heike Emaki Parade’ Featuring Warriors and PrincessesYesterday, I posted a blog about the legend of the Heike refugees in Gokayama, Nanto City, Toyama Prefecture. Today, I will introduce...
Shinya Yamada5 days ago2 minKagurazaka: A Town of Temples or Shrines?Kagurazaka: Named after the Sounds of 'Kagura' Music from Nearby Shrines Kagurazaka Street was constructed by Tokugawa Iemitsu, the third...
Shinya YamadaMay 83 minDid You Know about the Johana Hikiyama Festival? Experience It in Kagurazaka!The Johana Hikiyama Festival and the History of Johana Town I participated in the Johana Hikiyama Festival and will share about the...