Sacred island in disaster-hit Miyagi becomes idyllic climb spot
By Maaahiko Ishikawa, Asahi Staff Writer, August 14, 2017
ISHINOMAKI, Miyagi Prefecture–A mountain hit by landslides due to 2011 earthquake and tsunami disaster is fast becoming a “holy place” for climbers … Read the rest
The excellent Core Kyoto series produced by NHK World (which broadcasts in English for overseas) has produced a fine item about Kyoto’s Mt Atago and the pilgrimage for the fire deity which takes place on July 31.
The video is … Read the rest
Interview with Akiko Murakami of Nara YAMATO Spiritual Tours
It is a good question, simple question, but very difficult to answer simply. It is almost like my entire … Read the rest
It seems wherever you go in Japan, there is a pilgrimage route nearby. Some of these are major pilgrimages, like that of the Kumano Kodo, while others are local and less well-known. There are 33 Kannon pilgrimages, Seven Lucky Deity … Read the rest
Okuchimakami: The spirit wolves of the Kanto Mountains
By Kevin Short / Special to The Japan News
By Kevin Short / Special to The Japan News
Kumano is one of Japan’s most appealing areas, a spiritual heartland and part of a World Heritage site. It’s winning increasing attention from tourists, particularly for the opportunities for trekking and hot springs. In the article below, from the … Read the rest
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