9 Culture Amanawa Shinmeigu Shrine Lily Amanawa Shinmeigu Shrine was established by Gyoki in 710 and it is known as the oldest shrine in Kamakura. The shrine for a time..
Culture Moomin: The Art and the Story (Shizuoka) 2021 Jan 23rd - Mar 14th 2021 Past Event A special exhibition taking place at the Shizuoka Prefectural Museum of Art looks into the art and the story behind the Moomins,..
12 Temples & Shrines Joun-ji Cathy Cawood Tucked away behind shops and offices in downtown Machida, Joun-ji has a pretty main hall with beautiful woodcarvings and a pleasant..
Historical Garyu Sanso Anonymous Garyu Sanso is a ‘mountain hermitage’ was created by the wealthy trader, Torajiro Kochi in the Meiji Period when Ozu was a thr..
Historical The Spirit of Yamagata: a Virtual Journey 2021 Mar 13th 2021 Past Event Explore the Three Sacred Mountains of Dewa and learn about the ancient practices of Shugendo (the way of mountain worship) from..
Museums Kabuki in Komatsu: Ataka-no-Seki Takako Sakamoto If you are a big fan of Kabuki, or even if you are not, if you have ever seen any TV dramas or movies featuring Minamoto no Yo..
12 Culture Hoji-ji Temple, Nagoya Peter Sidell In southern Nagoya in Japan's Aichi prefecture, Hoji-ji is a charming Buddhist temple.