Mimizuka
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A monument in Kyoto, Japan, dedicated to the ears and noses of thousands of Korean and Chinese soldiers and civilians killed during the 16th-century Imjin War.

πŸ“œ Burial mound in Kyoto, Japan, containing the noses and ears of Korean and Chinese victims of the 16th-century Imjin War.
πŸ” A symbol of war's cruelty, it was originally known as Hanazuka (Nose Mound).

Why Go

🌍 Significant historical monument, especially for Korean visitors.
🧐 Offers a unique, somber insight into a brutal historical conflict.
πŸšΆβ€β™€οΈ Located near Toyokuni Shrine.

Why Avoid

πŸ˜” Can be a disturbing experience due to its grisly history.
🀫 Not widely recognized or promoted in mainstream tourism.

Tips

πŸ“ Located just west of Toyokuni Shrine.
πŸšΆβ€β™€οΈ Approximately 20-minute walk from Kyoto Station.

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