Culture The Kurama - Kibune Trail Nicola Smith Jinja (由岐神社), a small Shinto shrine which hosts the annual Kurama Fire Festival... During the full moon in May the temple holds the Wesak Festival, arguably
Culture Kashihara Jingu Gary Luscombe be National Foundation Day on February 11th when they hold a special festival... to celebrate the accession of Emperor Jimmu as well as the huge Spring festival
Food Sake at the Foot of Mount Fuji Alessio Pompeo Originally, it was mainly drunk at important events (weddings, funerals, festivals
11 Culture Hikawa Shrine Sophia Warren this Shinto shrine boasts a two kilometer long sandō – the road leading to shrine - that is filled to the brim with stalls and people during its yearly festival
9 Culture Uncovering Art on Ogijima Island Jaclynn Seah also one of the participating islands in the Setouchi Triennale, an arts festival
Activities 7 Sakura Spots Outside Tokyo, Osaka, and Kyoto Kim Bergström One of the best things about this sakura destination is the annual festival
Culture 47 Ronin Memorial in Tokyo Elena Lisina Each year on December 14th, Sengakuji Temple holds a festival commemorating... The small graveyard becomes very crowded and smoky during the festival.
