Best Spots to See Japan’s First Sunrise of the Year
Hatsuhinode, the first sunrise of the year, is a special moment in Japan. Here are five places to watch it on January 1st, plus where to stay the night before and practical travel tips.
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Japan’s Hatsumode Guide: Where to Ring in the New Year at the Country’s Top Shrines
Hatsumode, the first shrine or temple visit of the year, is one of Japan’s biggest national rituals. Here are five of the most-visited spots, where to stay, and how to join in.