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The two most sacred locations in Japan—visited back-to-back

Japan Travel Smart

Show Notes

What are my impressions of the two most important places in the Shinto religion after having visited them back-to-back? I'll let you know if they're worth it on this episode of JTS.

-Izumo Taisha in Shimane Prefecture

-Ise Jingu in Mie Prefecture

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