Culture 5 Traditional Streetscapes Outside of Kyoto Kim Bergström Kyoto has long been a popular tourist destination for travelers, in part due to the preserved streetscapes in the Higashiyama and Gion districts.
11 Culture Nanzō-in Temple Bradford Pomeroy Nanzō-in Temple in Fukuoka is home to Japan's largest Nehanzo (reclining Buddha) as well as the center to the Sasaguri 88 temple pilgrimage.
Culture Youmeiji Temple, Tsuwano Denes Perlaky Youmeiji is the family temple of the domain lord, in the old castle-town of Tsuwano.
Temples & Shrines Temple of Aikido Arlene Bastion Kōzan-ji Temple is beautiful in its quiet peace, a fitting resting place for the founder of Aikido, the gentle art of self defence.
Culture Forest Bathing In Kochi's Temples Arlene Bastion The greenery of Kochi Temples 29-32 are good shinrin yoku, or 'forest bathing'- forest therapy.
Culture Amidaji Temple Hydrangea Festival 2025 Early - Late Jun You can enjoy them at various locations across the country, including the Todaiji Betsuin Amidaji Temple in Yamaguchi Prefecture.
Culture Toji Temple Market Cordelia Ding Held once every month at Toji Temple, is the famous Toji Temple Market.
Culture Eihoji - Tajimi's Temple Preethu Eihoji was established in 1313 and is a Zen Buddhist temple in Tajimi City of Gifu Prefecture.
