11 Temples & Shrines Ishiyama Temple in Otsu Cathy Cawood A large, unusual wollastonite rock formation is surrounded by beautiful temple buildings of Ishiyama-dera in Otsu.
Culture Sannai-Maruyama Site Justin Velgus The Sannai-Maruyama Site in Aomori brings Jomon history to life. The site features artifacts and reconstructed buildings on display...
Culture Noto’s Kiriko Festivals Alena Eckelmann The Noto Peninsula is famous for its Kiriko Festivals. Kiriko are large lanterns that are carried around during summer festivals..
Historical Great Statue of Buddha in Todaiji Ryohei Suenaga The story behind the Buddha statue in Todaiji temple
Historical Kamakura Engaku-ji Temple in Spring Tomoko Kamishima Engaku-ji Temple was established in 1282 for the repose of both Chinese and Japanese soldiers’ souls. The war between the Yuan..
Culture Hongakuji Temple Hongakuji Temple (本覚寺) is dedicated to Ebisu, part of the Kamakura seven deities of good luck. The temple was founded by Ashikaga Mochiuji in 1436.
Culture NARA Visitor Center & Inn NARA Visitor Center & Inn is located by the Sarusawa Pond in Nara City, a short walking distance from Kintetsu Nara station and Nara station. It is the..
Culture Bunkyo Ajisai Festival Takane Shoji Every year in June, following a season of rain, a beautiful hydrangea blossoms, and in Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo, there is a festival that..