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Fly me there right now: Japan

Lila at EF Educational Tours | July 6, 2016

Imperial Palace

Imperial Palace

Explore the residence of the Emperor of Japan – the only remaining monarch to rule with the title “Emperor.”

Photo Credit: Inefekt69

Itsukushima Shrine As one of the most iconic sites in Japan, the floating torii gate has been a part of Japanese history since 1168.

Inari Shrine

Inari Shrine

Every year, thousands of visitors walk through the Torii gates of the Fushimi Inari Shrine – a tribute to Shinto, god of rice.

Great Buddha

Kamakura

There’s something you don’t see every day! You can visit the Great Buddha in Kamakura, the political center of Eastern Japan!

Hiroshima Memorial

Hiroshima

Learn about World War II and commemorate the devastation of the event on a visit to the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park.

Bamboo Groves

Arashiyama Bamboo Groves

Find yourself in a new, magical, mystical, world as you walk through the bamboo-lined paths of the Arashiyama Groves!

Travel to Japan with your students next year!

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