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Hundreds of people gathered Sunday at a Buddhist temple in downtown Tokyo, eagerly stretching their hands to catch the dried ...

Hundreds of people gathered Sunday at a Buddhist temple in downtown Tokyo, eagerly stretching their hands to catch the dried ...

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Tomoaki Takahashi reflects on the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake, in Tokyo’s Setagaya Ward last year, saying, “Advance preparation and cooperation among shrines are important.” The Yomiuri Shimbun 7 ...

After days of research, we settled on a two-week itinerary. Vast and vibrant, Japan’s capital city Tokyo can be overwhelming as a first stop. To make the most of our stay, we hired a guide.