10 Culture Tokoji Temple in Azumino Peter Sidell In the countryside of Azumino near Matsumoto in central Japan, Tokoji is an attractive Buddhist temple, home to plenty of interesting statues and carvings
12 Culture Minobusan Kanto Betsuin Temple Peter Sidell In Futako-Tamagawa in the western suburbs of Tokyo, Minobusan Kanto Betsuin is a charming Buddhist temple, with interesting statues and carvings, and an
5 Temples & Shrines Mandala Temple Wisteria Festival Dwinda Nafisah best locations to enjoy a Wisteria Festival in Central Japan is Mandala Temple
8 Culture Sasadera Temple in Shinjuku Peter Sidell Close to Shinjuku Park in central Tokyo, Sasadera is a peaceful Buddhist temple with a relaxing atmosphere.
10 Culture Shinmei Hikawa Shrine in Tokyo Peter Sidell In the western districts of central Tokyo, Shinmei Hikawa shrine is a small, charming shinto shrine, feeling as if it's deep in a forest rather than in
6 Culture Kasuga Taisha Shrine in Spring Fiona Yoshitake Visit Kasuga Taisha Shrine in Spring and enjoy the unique ambience of weeping cherry blossoms against a striking background of red pillars and tawny Hinoki
8 Culture A Trip to the Meiji Shrine Anonymous A short photo story of the Meji Shrine in Tokyo on a foggy day of June.
Culture 4 Shrines to Visit in the Year of the Snake Kim Bergström In Japan, the zodiac animal of the year plays a significant role in shaping cultural practices and traditions, including visits to specific shrines believed