The Wedded Rocks, also known as Meoto Iwa in Japanese, are a pair of natural rock formations located off the coast of Futami in Ise City, Mie Prefecture, Japan. The rocks are considered sacred in the Shinto religion and are one of the most famous and popular spiritual landmarks in Japan. The larger rock, which …
The Kumano Hongū Taisha (熊野本宮大社) is a Shinto shrine located in Hongu, Tanabe, Wakayama Prefecture, Japan. It is one of the Kumano Sanzan, the three grand shrines of the Kumano region, and is dedicated to the kami (deities) of the Kumano region. The Kumano Hongū Taisha is considered the main and most important of the …
Sometimes, little informational videos are all you need to prepare for an upcoming trip. Here is a memorable one about Shinto that I learned about in professional development classes for teachers. Phrase of the Day: Here are some important phrases to know when visiting a Shinto shrine in Japan: It’s also important to remember to …