Historical Jion-ji Temple - Kasukabe Justin Dart Jion-ji; small, local, not one for the tourists - as authentic as they come
Historical Oharano Shrine Bonson Lam The move from Nagaokakyo to Kyoto had saved Oharano shrine. With many parts of Kyoto racing towards modernity, this little kno..
Historical Timeless Tranquility Elysse Hurtado Roughly a 10 minute walk from Itako Station is one of Japan’s oldest Buddhist temples, the venerable (and long-suffering) Chos..
6 Traditional The Battlefields of Nagahama Castle Illaura Rossiter In Shiga Prefecture in central Japan, Nagahama Castle is a great spot to visit for a dose of spring cherry blossoms. It also makes..
Historical Takaosan Okayama City Kenji Chida Takaosan is a spiritual mountain in the Sannan district of Saidaiji, Okayama City.
8 Historical Bitchu Kokubunji: The Last Pagoda Judith Mikami Bitchu Kokubunji in Soja City illuminates an era where calm, beauty, peace and people come together. Today this still exists to..
Historical Gio-ji Temple, Kyoto: Part 4 of 4 Justin Velgus A small wooden statue of Giou-ji is enshrined in the main hall. Statues with black-colored eyes are works of the Kamakura period...
Museums Matsuyama City Archaeological Museum Anonymous The Matsuyama City Archaeological Museum has an engaging collection of prehistoric kitchenware and votive art. There's also..
