Shotengai Magazine
Everything You Need Know About Omamori: Japan's...
Omamori are traditional Japanese amulets or talismans, usually sold at Buddhist temples and Shinto shrines. They are made of silk or cloth and contain prayers, blessings, or wishes inside.
Everything You Need Know About Omamori: Japan's...
Omamori are traditional Japanese amulets or talismans, usually sold at Buddhist temples and Shinto shrines. They are made of silk or cloth and contain prayers, blessings, or wishes inside.
Miko: The Shrine Maiden
Miko are the shrine maidens with a deep understanding of Shinto tradition and culture. They have mastery of the skills and discipline necessary to carry out their duties with grace and...
Miko: The Shrine Maiden
Miko are the shrine maidens with a deep understanding of Shinto tradition and culture. They have mastery of the skills and discipline necessary to carry out their duties with grace and...
Japanese Scenery (I): Mount Fuji
Mount Fuji (Fujisan) is the biggest and most sacred mountain of Japan. For thousands of years, numerous artwork has depicted its breathtaking beauty. Many shrines and temples were built around...
Japanese Scenery (I): Mount Fuji
Mount Fuji (Fujisan) is the biggest and most sacred mountain of Japan. For thousands of years, numerous artwork has depicted its breathtaking beauty. Many shrines and temples were built around...
Japanese Religion (I): Shintoism and Shrines
Have you ever seen this character typed out somewhere: ⛩？ Few Japanese people would have trouble recognizing this. As one of the most famous iconic symbols of Japan, Torii represents Japanese culture and Japanese religion. Torii...
Japanese Religion (I): Shintoism and Shrines
Have you ever seen this character typed out somewhere: ⛩？ Few Japanese people would have trouble recognizing this. As one of the most famous iconic symbols of Japan, Torii represents Japanese culture and Japanese religion. Torii...