Historical Images of Cows and Bulls in Japan Elena Lisina Images of cows and bulls are quite rare at Japanese temples and shrines, but they are quite popular in the Aizu region of Fuku..
Historical Mitsumine Shrine in Chichibu Todd Wojnowski The Mitsumine Shrine on Mt. Mitsumine is incredibly beautiful, has breathtaking views, and has easy access to many outdoors activities..
Museums Saito Museum and Café Yuka Takada The Saito Museum maintains a 1300 piece collection family art, calligraphy, swords and utensils dating back 270 years.
15 Temples & Shrines Shirayama-hime Shrine Mandy Bartok Visit the head of the Shirayama Shrines in Japan in Ishikawa Prefecture.
7 Historical Library of International Friendship Eitetsu Terakado Relaxing place to rest and read a book at Mojiko. There is also a Chinese restaurant downstairs.
23 Historical Komainu Lion-like Statues Elena Lisina One can meet Komainu lion-like statues in many places in Japan, so they are one of the symbols of Shinto sacred places.
9 Historical Kurume Castle Marcella Dita Armilla For a great hanami spot, the sakura at Kurume Castle are a beautiful sight that should not be missed!
Historical Narita-san Shinshoji Temple Suwannee Payne Naritasan Shinshoji Temple really took me by surprise. I've never heard before that there is an ancient picturesque temple..