Historical Fuji Sengen Shrine Cathy Cawood In the past, Fuji Sengen Shrine in Fujiyoshida was the starting point for pilgrims who set out to climb sacred Mount Fuji.
Historical Atago Shrine Tony Mariani Atago shrine, a shrine to the god of fire protecting Fukuoka City
Historical Zenkoji Gokaicho Robert Grey Zenkoji Gokaicho, a once in seven years event that draws crowds of people to the city.
Historical Mihama-en Japanese Garden in Chiba Jessica A Paje Mihama-en is a Japanese garden nestled within the heart of Makuhari Seaside Park in Chiba Prefecture. It represents an oasis f..
Historical Introducing Kumano–“The Land of the Gods” Alena Eckelmann Kumano is situated in the southeastern part of the Kii Peninsula in Wakayama Prefecture, Japan. People have been worshiping rocks,..
Historical The Travels of Isabella Bird: II Amber Mezbourian Isabella Bird was a Victorian woman who led an unconventional life. Arriving in Japan in 1878, she planned an ambitious journey..
15 Historical Naha's World Heritage Shuri Castle Yui Yamaguchi Shuri Jo Castle Park is an UNESCO World Heritage site and the capital of the proud Ryukyu empire.
Museums Zuigan-ji Temple in Matsushima Andrew Kehoe Zuigan-ji is a Buddhist temple that was restored by Date Masumune. It is located in Matsushima which is considered to be 1 of ..