In Nagoya, there is one of the most remarkable religious attractions is Atsuta Shrine , a major Shinto temple in the city. There are a lot of meaningful artifacts and relics of the Emperor’s family, so the visit of the temple can supersede the walk along a museum. The main relict of the temple is the ancient sword Kusanagi-no-Tsurugi that is connected with many beautiful myths and legends. According to one of them, this wonderful weapon belonged to god Susanoo and then to hero Yamato Takeru that was famous for his deeds. The Shinto temple is distinguished by its impressive size. Three of its largest halls keep a rich collection of real masterpieces consisting of more than 3 000 exhibits.
Those travelers who are interested in rich history and cultural traditions of the city should certainly visit the outdoor Meiji-mura museum. It is located in the nearby surroundings of Nagoya and acquaints the visitors with peculiarities of old Japanese architecture. The major “exhibits” of the museum are beautiful buildings decorated in different styles. They were “brought” here from different regions of Japan. The cultural center especially attracts with old small trams running in the simulated streets and letting feel an atmosphere of the last centuries.
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