Tag: Japan
How to Respect the Sacred Deer of Nara Park
Oh deer! Set foot in Nara Park and you shall soon find yourself surrounded by Japan’s sacred deer. Established in 1880, Nara Park is home to hundreds of free roaming deer and in the Shinto religion, these deer are seen as messengers of the kami deities. In fact, animals often embody the spirits of the… Read more
Traveling to Japan? Here are Five Helpful Tips
A land of delectable foods, bowing deer, and fancy toilets, Japan is undoubtedly a top travel destination. Now, if this is your first time journeying to Japan, fear not, here are five tips to remember as you envision your trip. Read more
