Omikuji Tied to a Cherry Tree Trunk at Yasukuni Shrine

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Yasukuni Shrine (靖国神社) is a Shinto shrine located in Chiyoda, Tokyo, Japan. It was created by Emperor Meiji to commemorate the individuals who had died in service of the Empire of Japan during the Meiji Restoration. During Cherry Blossom season, the area will be covered in a sea of flowers. It is a very popular Hanami location for locals and tourists alike. There will be many makeshift food stalls for the visitors. Many Japanese and tourists visit the shrine and would ask for their fortune by drawing a Omikuji. When the divination is bad, they will tie the slip to a tree or pole at the shrine, hoping to advert the bad luck.

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Size: 4000px × 2248px
Location: 3-1-1, Kudankita, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, Japan
Photo credit: © Moonie's World Photography / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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