Culture Japan Heritage Journey on Hashima Emi Takahata productions including the James Bond film, “Skyfall” and the Japanese manga series... people were taken care of—an elementary school, a hospital, a theater, a shrine
Culture Okochisanso Garden Joe Robinson To reach this traditional garden on the outskirts of Kyoto, you walk through... before the garden closes at 5pm, as the sun hangs low in the sky and shrines
Culture Kanazawa Coffee Festival 2026 Late May city of Kanazawa in Ishikawa Prefecture is often nicknamed "Little Kyoto... The lineup of shops includes the likes of Coyote Coffee from Kyoto, Kariomons
15 Culture The Iconic Trees of Japan Elena Lisina and some of them are quite famous, such as Arashiyama Bamboo Forest in Kyoto... Those huge trees can often be found in Shinto shrines, with sugi lining
Culture Cat Alley In Onomichi Jemma King Travelers initially visit for the historic walk that links 25 temples throughout... You will pass other garden cafes and bars before reaching the Tennei Temple
Culture The Kitchen God of Sefa Utaki Bonson Lam It is a place of respect, reflection and thanksgiving, much like the shrines all over the world where we pay respect for those who have gone before us.
Culture Cherry Blossoms, Animals and the Edge of the Earth Elena Lisina The strongest was the amazing Fushimi Inari shrine with its thousands of torii and relaxing in the small coastal town of Ito.