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Climbing 287 steps leads to finding Zen and a local connection in regional Japan

July 7, 2025 By Jennifer Johnston Leave a Comment

Finding connection to culture, nature, people, and community when stepping off the beaten track in Japan leaves a lasting impression. Discovering the essence of Japanese Buddhist culture There are many temples in Japan but one in Mount Minobu in the Yamanashi Prefecture is special. As one of the three most sacred mountains in Japanese … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Destinations, Japan Tagged With: Japan, Kakurinbo, Kuonji Temple, Mount Minobu

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