Historical Iwaya-ji Temple Anonymous If there’s one temple you really should visit in Ehime, Iwaya-ji is it. Its location against a pock-marked cliff inspires awe.
13 Culture Kitano-Tenman Shrine in Kobe Cathy Cawood Views over Kobe, bonsai pines and fortune telling papers at this pretty shrine in Kitano-cho.
Culture What the Statues Say in Japan Elena Lisina This article discusses some of the symbolic gestures and objects held by Buddhist statues in Japan.
Historical Zuiryuji Kerrie Hankinson Zuiryuji is a magnificent example of early Edo architecture. Modelled on Chinese design, building took 20 years. It reflects the..
Culture Okinawa Motor Show 2026 Early Nov The two-day Okinawa Motor Show is a must-visit for auto aficionados in the area, and the event is set to showcase a wide variety..
Culture Izu Shirahama Aloe Flower Festival 2026-2027 Late Nov - Early Jan The Izu Shirahama Aloe Flower Festival is a longstanding tradition spanning four decades, taking place annually from early December..
Culture Inside Nobeoka Arlene Bastion Nobeoka's rivers and shrines together with the well kept Nobeoka Castle ruins and Bell make being inside Nobeoka as lively as..
Historical Yokohama's Kyu-Yagishita-Tei House Yumi Imai Kyu-Yagishita-Tei is a sophisticated old Japanese house originally built for a wealthy merchant and now designated a tangible cultural..