9 Culture Hounji Peter Sidell Close to Shimizu station in central Japan's Shizuoka prefecture, Hounji is a small but appealing Buddhist temple, with some interesting statues and carvings
8 Temples & Shrines Samukawa Shrine Andrea Kahlow Samukawa Shrine is a Shinto shrine in the city of Samukawa in southern Kanagawa
8 Culture Reisenji Peter Sidell In Kusanagi in Japan's Shizuoka prefecture, Reisenji is an appealing neighbourhood temple, with pleasant grounds, interesting statues and a view of
Culture Oniyo Fire Festival 2026 Wednesday - Jan 7th With a history of over 1600 years, the Oniyo Fire Festival in Fukuoka's Kurume City is held on the 7th of January each year.
Culture Isa City, the Birthplace of Shochu Christopher Lawson Isa City in Kagoshima is considered the birthplace of Japanese shochu.
Culture Higashikurume City - Museums & Galleries Sleiman Azizi In fact, the only such space to be found in the city is a small museum... Granted, if you have an interest in Jomon period pottery and historical