Kasuga Taisha Shrine in Nara Park. This is the entrance of the shrine, and the walkway uphill leading to the entrance is lined with stone lanterns.]]> ]]> The Kasuga Taisha shrine is known for its thousands of lanterns and for the lovely wisteria. Wisteria flower is important to this shrine, and we saw some of the priestesses wear (silk) wisteria in their hair.

]]> Kasuga Taisha Shrine is one of the most important Shinto shrines in Nara and is one of the "Three Great Shrines" of Japan. ]]> Kasuga-taisha Shrine is located at the western foot of Mt. Kasuga-yama covered with virgin forests (since the 9th century). The bright red color contracts sharply with the lush green forest in the background.

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