Japan’s holiest shrine is pulled down and rebuilt every 20 years – on purpose
This venerated Shinto shrine in Japan has been repeatedly torn down and rebuilt over the past 1,300 years.
Recoded to Forum Agenda on 29/05/2024.
This venerated Shinto shrine in Japan has been repeatedly torn down and rebuilt over the past 1,300 years.
The availability of affordable childcare varies considerably depending on where you live.
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