This episode we look at some of the best places to see shrines and temples in Japan. Plus Matt talks about his hike up to Ota Shrine (one of the most dangerous shrines to get to), and Ben looks at a day in the life of a monk.1. Ise Grand Shrine (Mie)2. Meiji Shrine (Tokyo)3. Fushimi Inari Taisha (Kyoto)4. Itsukushima Shrine (Hiroshima)5. Nikko Toshogu Shrine (Tochigi)6. Tsurugaoka Hachimangu (Kamakura)7. Kasuga Taisha (Nara)8. Izumo Taisha (Shimane)9. Sumiyoshi Taisha (Osaka)10. Nezu Shrine (Tokyo)11. Oarai Isosaki Shrine (Ibaraki)12. Motonosumi Inari Shrine (Yamaguchi)13. Hirano Shrine (Kyoto)14. Zeniarai Benten Shrine (Kamakura)15. Heisenji Hakusan Shrine (Fukui)Sponsors:MaruMoriThis site has everything you need to learn Japanese! It’s an all-in-one, guided, gamified Japanese learning experience with the aim to take you all the way from absolute beginner to language mastery, and the best part is you can start anywhere! https://marumori.io/register?rcode=vijBearfoot BarLocated in downtown Sapporo, walking distance from the subway station. There are a variety of Japanese made local and craft beers, bottled and on tap. 21 different sorts of international beers. A wide range of regular and unique spirits and basic cocktails also available. Burgers and pub style snacks. With friendly English and Japanese speaking staff.  https://www.facebook.com/bearfootbarHokkaido GuideEstablished over 10 years ago, written by locals for locals and international tourists. The guide contains information on all types of businesses and locations around Hokkaido. There's information regarding all things Hokkaido such as sightseeing, nightlife, events, services, food and restaurants, entertainment, outdoor activities, and more. Currently offered in English and Thai, advertising space available. Check out website for everything you need to know about this beautiful prefecture. https://hokkaidoguide.comUse our Buzzsprout affiliate link to start your podcast today! Website:https://www.voicesinjapan.com/Follow us and check out our other content:https://youtube.com/@voicesinjapanpodcasthttps://twitter.com/voicesinjapanhttps://www.facebook.com/voicesinjapan/https://www.instagram.com/voicesinjapan/Get in touch: voicesinjapan@gmail.comSupport the Show.Support the Show.