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Spiritual shrine with lion head
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Alena Trittibach

Namba Yasaka Shrine in Osaka is a cool spot to check out if you're in the Namba district. The shrine's main attraction is a giant lion head-shaped building that supposedly swallows up evil spirits, leaving you with good luck.

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