Yamabushi monks perform ritutals in Japan.

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NAGANO, JAPAN - Shinto Ascetics perform ancient rites February 4, 2013 in Nagano, JP. Known as Yamabushi, they are mountain hermits with a long tradition of mysticism.

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Size: 5000px × 3336px
Location: Yudanaka, Nagano, Japan
Photo credit: © Sean Pavone / Alamy / Afripics
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