10 Historical Nigatsu-do Hall in Todaiji Temple Karen Zheng Designated as a National Treasure, Nigatsu-do (also known as ‘Hall of the Second Month) is located within the famous Todai-ji ..
10 Temples & Shrines Kamakura Tsurugaoka Hachiman-gu Josef Diermair Tsurugaoka Hachiman-gu Shrine is a small shrine compared to Kyoto-size shrines, but charming and very alive.
Traditional Hidden Gems in Western Tokyo Piti Koshimura Activities around Western Tokyo: sake tasting, washi workshop, aizome, ninja experience, tea ceremony, temple lodging, rafting and..
6 Museums Ohashi House Mandy Bartok The Ohashi House, an old samurai residence, sits just at the edge of the Bikan historical district in Kurashiki.
10 Historical Iwami Ginzan's Omori-cho Sandra Isaka The town of Omori is one of Japan's least known treasures. Hidden in Shimane Prefecture and rarely visited, it is now part of..
Traditional Hachiman-bori Canal Boat Ride Nadiah Endarwy A traditional boat ride at Omihachiman Canal is perfect place to release your inner Hime and Oji-Sama (young prince and princess)...
Temples & Shrines Narita Town Elena Lisina Narita is not just an airport, but a nice town with Naritasan temple and Japanese garden.
12 Temples & Shrines Nagasaki's Great Buddhist Cemetery Larry Knipfing The most amazing cemetery I have ever visited is located on a mountainside up behind the many temples that run along the Teramachi..