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Enoshima is a Japanese island off the coast of Kanagawa Prefecture in the Pacific Ocean. It’s well-known for its colorful shrines with statues honoring the Buddhist goddess Benzaiten. In this picture, one sees the Hoanden (or the Octagonal Hall for the Statues).
James is a writer and former Professor of History. He holds an MA in World History with a particular interest in cross-cultural exchange and world history. He is a co-founder of World History Encyclopedia and formerly was its Communications Director.
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