On the shores of the sparkling Seto Inland Sea in the southwest of Japan is the small port city of Akō. Visitors can step into its history on preserved streets, in serene Shintō shrines and Buddhist temples, and at its castle, exploring the city’s links to Japan’s most famous samurai tale. The natural beauty of the surrounding area is easily accessible, and there are plenty of mineral-rich onsen (hot springs) to ease aching muscles after a hike...
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