Culture Nara's God of Ice Arlene Bastion Himuro Shrine is possibly the only Shinto shrine where the resident deity is a God of Ice, guarding today all ice related industries,..
Culture The Ryozens of Kyoto Arlene Bastion The large statue of Ryozen Kannon looms over moving war memorials, and graves at Ryozen Gokoku hold war dead and those who died..
Activities My 5 Personal Japan Bucket List Ethel Camille Manzano For someone who has never been to Japan, there are a lot of things that I wish to do. So I went on and wrote them down. Share with..
Culture Immortal Shikoku Henro Arlene Bastion The Shikoku Henro continues to pull pilgrims in with its appealing message of universal peace, long lasting history and tradition...
Culture Kanshin-ji Temple Gary Luscombe Kanshin-ji, ahistoric temple hidden amongst the hills of Kawachinagano in southern Osaka, boasts a number of national treasures..
Transportation World-class Road Trip Between Tokyo & Osaka Featured Add a Japanese road trip to your bucket list: freely explore the real Japan, distance yourself from big cities and find secret treasures..
Culture Paintings in Japanese Houses Elena Lisina Traditional Japanese houses were decorated with wall paintings and folding screens instead of framed pictures which are more typical..
Culture Kimono for a Female Elena Lisina Kimono has some specific traits that were interesting to learn. From the occasions they are worn, to how they are washed, and how..