Culture Gion Matsuri 2026 Jul 1st - Jul 31st The procession of portable shrines (Mikoshi Togyo) is on July 17th and... (the ceremony starts at 4pm on the 17th, with the mikoshi leaving the shrine
Culture A Journey to West Nara Featured position as a cultural epicenter can be witnessed in the many notable shrines... A Goshuin book, traditionally a tangible way to record shrine/temple visits
12 Culture Kamakura Camera - Goryo Jinja Peter Oxley Nestled in the wooded hills of western Kamakura, Goryo Shrine is dedicated to the memory of a brave and valiant 11th century warrior.
Culture Abiko City Guide Elizabeth S Abiko City on the Joban Line on your way from Narita City into Tokyo is worth a stopover to enjoy natural beauty, historical villas, and shrines and temples
Culture Kashihara Jingu Gary Luscombe Kashihara Jingu is a shrine dedicated to the very first Emperor of Japan and sits close to where his palace is thought to have been.
Culture Symbolic Colors in Japan Elena Lisina After visiting numerous shrines and temples in Japan and experiencing different... Funeral zones are marked with curtains featuring white and black stripes
Culture Uwajima City Guide Elizabeth S Enjoy atmospheric temples, shrines, and festivals and savor Ehime's delicious
Culture Otori Taisha Gary Luscombe Despite its position as one of the most important shrines in Osaka, Otori Taisha retains an air of mystery and peace.