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Located in the Kansai region near Kyoto, it offers rituals emphasizing ... participate in a ceremony that involves tying a red thread to a tree or an altar. After offering prayers for strength ...

including the iconic Kyoto Tower. In spring, the surrounding lush greenery is mesmerizing, while autumn brings a spectacular display of yellow and red hues from cherry and maple trees. 2.

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