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Discover Japan's traditional culture — temples, shrines, tea ceremony, kimono, and festivals. Visit iconic sites like Kyoto's Fushimi Inari Shrine, Nara's ancient temples, and Nikko Toshogu. Experience tea ceremony (sado), flower arrangement (ikebana), calligraphy, and kimono rental. Explore famous festivals including Gion Matsuri, Nebuta, and Awa Odori, plus traditional crafts like pottery, lacquerware, and washi paper. Your guide to Japan's timeless cultural heritage.

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