Historical Nikko Kaido near Soka Justin Dart highway along which pilgrims passed on their way to Toshogu and other shrines... and temples in Nikko, Tochigi, Nikko Kaido was also crucial to famed &
Historical The Shade of Cedars Trail Nathaniel Green This is an excellent hike through some back country near Tokyo that includes that great Mitake mountain shrine.
Culture Masobyo Mausoleum, Yokohama Tomoko Kamishima Masobyo Mausoleum (Mazu Miao Temple) is a new Taoist temple in Yokohama Chinatown established in 2006
Historical Shinobazu Pond In Ueno Park Michael Kaplan was not in a travel magazine, but it was featured in a popular anime series... been in existence since the Edo period where it was originally part of a temple
Culture Boat Ride Through Geibikei Gorge Sarah Mathews Most people go to Hiraizumi in Iwate for the temples listed as World Heritage... gorge at 3:30pm (after spending all day at the World Heritage Listed temple
13 Traditional Kyoto's Gion District Komal Khiani short walk through the Gion district with a glimpse of traditional Japan and a visit to a teahouse should be on the top of your list when visiting Kyoto
12 Temples & Shrines Exploring the Kurodani Cemetery - 2 Larry Knipfing Exploring the Kurodani Cemetery - 2: Beautiful images from a surprising, hilly Kyoto landmark