Kansai region, a sacred place for the spiritual culture of Japan. Start your journey one step at a time firstly.
Imagine, the sun rises above the horizon, the curves of mountains, the lines of coasts and the veins of roads. Enjoy the view of Japanese gardens of traditional temples, walking along the old pilgrimage routes, and getting the benefits of the onsen. Meditating body and mind. The arts passed down from generation to generation. Master of martial arts. Buddhist cuisine served in the colored leaves in autumn. Experience the spirit of hospitality as well as to enjoy the tea. Kansai, a region where is filled with hospitality. Spiritual KANSAI, the world will surely take your breath away.
Pilgrimage, the deep and wonderful nature of the mountains, this ancient trail has been walked by many since old time. A spiritual experience journey that discovering a new life and values, and being reborn in nature.
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The spirits of the pilgrims of the past beckon.
Their ancient, moss laden pathways lead through pristine nature to somewhere spiritual.
There is something noticeably different, following in the footsteps of those, seeking the way, …feeling,..reborn, during this one, single lifetime.
The sacred paths of Kansai,
Japan’s spiritual region.
Kansai, Japan.
In a large historical temple, with a beautiful garden, sit in Zen meditation; express the things in your heart by writing; have a great meal that brings the blessings of nature. Experience the spiritual culture of Japan while rediscovering your own balance the body and mind.
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What does it take to detach yourself from the ways of the world, to become one with the wind, the waters, and nature?
To find yourself, within yourself,…where the senses, Sight, sound, touch, taste and smell, are re-awakened.
One becomes what one should be….Zen.
Reconnect with your heart, and soul, in Kansai,
Japan’s spiritual region.
Kansai, Japan.
Various festivals and traditional art forms including gratitude to the gods who exist in nature, praying to their ancestors, and as proof of the bond with the land. Seeing these unique Japanese expressions for yourself will make you feel the solemn weight of history.
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Culture, the collective ideals, customs, traditional arts, beliefs, social behavior, achievements and manifestations of a particular people or society. It may be intangible, it may be spiritual,
but it’s there, and continues to be celebrated.
The birthplace of Japan’s magnificent, unique culture.
Kansai, Japan’s spiritual region.
Kansai, Japan.
Experience the traditional Japanese martial arts, as the blacksmith pours his soul into beating the steel before your eyes, fire sparks as a shining sword takes shape. Then climb a massive, beautiful castle keep, learning the fortitude to live a pure and honest life.
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If we reconsider our moral compass, we can rise to a higher level.
Jin means humanity, charity, emotions
Gi, Honesty, morality, sincerity
Rei gratitude,
Chi, wisdom, understanding,
Shin, the strength to believe,
Chuu, loyalty, fidelity….
This is the philosophy of Bushido, found in Kansai,
Japan’s spiritual region.
Kansai, Japan.
The joy to be found in quiet, simple things, and the astringent and lonely beauty that comes with the passage of time. Finding order and respect among simple things, and a pure beauty in something old - these are the moments you feel “wabi-sabi.”
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There is nothing more harmonious than the atmosphere of old Japan.
Places of tradition,
of tranquility,
innocence,
honesty and integrity,
simplicity,
purity,
and a respect for nature and for one another.
Where the traditional Japanese aesthetics of Wabi Sabi,
perfection in imperfection can be truly experienced.
Kansai, Japan’s spiritual region.
Kansai, Japan.
Feel your body the blessings of a culture that has remained firm for more than a thousand years – hot springs, local cuisine, and Japanese sake – finding release from the daily exhaustion and giving energy for tomorrow while relaxing and refreshing both mind and body.
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In a land built on volcanic activity, and pure subterranean waters, the culture of the Onsen, hot springs, and traditional Ryokan have been enjoyed for over a thousand years.
The hot, natural waters, and the calm, surrounding atmosphere, combined with traditional Japanese hospitality, the finest of sake and local cuisine, creates a spiritual release for the body and soul.
Kansai, Japan’s spiritual region.
Kansai, Japan.
About GOKAN
A company was founded with a desire to "introduce Japan from the aspect of hidden places of interest" from the perspective of non-Japanese. Many talented photographers have participated to introduce the charms of areas that are still unknown and the charms of Japan that are different from the typical tourist attractions. GOKAN will take you on a new journey through Japan.
This is GOKAN, the spirit of five senses.
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