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Where Ancient Japan Still Breathes: Ikaruga’s Temple Trail

Ikaruga is a historic town near Nara, known for its important role in the early development of Buddhism and Japanese culture. The town is home to Hōryū-ji, one of Japan’s most significant ancient Buddhist temples. Founded in the early seventh century and closely associated with Prince Shōtoku, Hōryū-ji preserves some of the oldest surviving wooden structures in the world. In 1993, the Buddhist Monuments in the…

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The Echoes of Ancient Capital Heijo-kyo

走进平城京，聆听千年回响 More than a thousand years have passed since Nara stood at the heart of Japan as the imperial capital of Heijō-kyō. In the Man’yōshū, the poet praised the ancient city: “Beautiful Nara, the ancient capital, flourishes now like flowers in full bloom.” Those words conjure Nara in the height of its splendor, when its palaces, temples, and streets were filled with the life and ambition…

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The Sound of Water and Leaves Shadows in Minoh

箕面的水声与树影 After spending time in the lively streets of Osaka, I decided to take a break from the crowds and travel to Minoh, a peaceful town surrounded by forested hills just outside the city. Compared to the vibrant streets of Namba and Dotonbori, it felt like another world. My pace slowed, the air became fresher, and the city noise gradually faded away, replaced by the rustling…

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Osaka: The First Page of My Japan Adventure

大阪：开启一段属于我的日本故事 In December 2025, I embarked on my very first journey to Japan. For years, I had dreamed of exploring a country where ancient traditions coexist with cutting-edge modernity, and the Kansai region was the destination I chose to begin that dream. As the largest city in western Japan and the gateway to the Kansai region, Osaka was the perfect introduction to the country and was…

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