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1 day ago · Japan portal. v. t. e. The first human inhabitants of the Japanese archipelago have been traced to the Paleolithic, around 38–39,000 years ago. [1] The Jōmon period, named after its cord-marked pottery, was followed by the Yayoi period in the first millennium BC when new inventions were introduced from Asia.
1 day ago · The Kinkaku Temple (Golden Pavilion) in Kyōto, Japan, was originally built in the 15th century; the present structure dates to the 1950s. (more)
4 days ago · From the majestic golden pavilion of Kinkaku-ji to the serene rock garden of Ryoan-ji, Kyoto’s temples and shrines offer a spiritual journey through Japan’s religious traditions. Visitors can wander through moss-covered gardens, admire intricately painted ceilings, and witness centuries-old rituals that have been preserved through the ages.
2 days ago · The Golden Pavilion #japantrip The ancient golden castle stands resplendent amid verdant summer foliage, radiating a vibrant yellow hue that captivates the eye. Come autumn, it transforms into a fiery red spectacle amidst the greenery.
5 days ago · Kinkaku-ji, officially named Rokuon-ji, is a Zen Buddhist temple in Kyoto, Japan. The name Kinkaku-ji literally means the Temple of the Golden Pavilion and the official name Rokuon-ji literally means the Deer Garden Temple.
4 days ago · The castle is famous for two magnificent Golden tiger-headed carp (金の鯱, Kin no Shachihoko) on the roof, often used as the symbol of Nagoya. Other attractions include: Gokiso Hachimangū shinto shrine
5 days ago · Chinese architecture is the embodiment of an architectural style that has developed over millennia in China and has influenced architecture throughout East Asia. Since its emergence during the early ancient era, the structural principles of its architecture have remained largely unchanged.
