New pilgrimage circuit aims to attract visitors to Hokkaido

New pilgrimage circuit aims to attract visitors to Hokkaido

ASAHIKAWA, Japan - A man prays at Naritasan Shinnyoin temple in the town of Haboro, Hokkaido, as part of a new pilgrimage circuit.

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