Historical Obi Town - the 'Kyoto of Kyushu' Iain Stanley Obi Town, in Nichinan city, Miyazaki, is often labeled as the ‘Kyoto of Kyushu’ – it is very popular with tourists and domestic travelers, for good reason
Culture My Favorite Places in Japan: Shinto Shrines Elena Lisina Old trees and stones can often be the sacred objects of Shinto while traditional rituals have been held in shrines for centuries.
Culture Daifukuji - Gakke Kannon Temple Elizabeth S Daifuku-ji Shingon Buddhist temple in Tateyama City, Chiba Prefecture is nicknamed Gakke Kannon, or Cliff-clinging Kannon.
6 Culture Ensei-ji Temple, Yamaguchi Lily Ensei-ji Temple, in Yamaguchi City, Yamaguchi, is a rare extant example of a Buddhist temple and Shinto still coexisting at a single location.
7 Culture Azaleas at Myohonji Temple Steve Morton Enjoy the sights and tranquility of one of Kamakura’s most peaceful temples, especially from around, mid-April to May, where the colorful azaleas add extra
Culture Zuishin-in Daihonzan Temple Bonson Lam lived in another village, which these days is known for the Fushimi Inari Shrine... is much wailing and lamenting, impossibly high-pitched flute notes and koto
10 Culture Kamakura Camera - Joichiji Temple Peter Oxley Tucked away in the hills of Kita Kamakura lies Joichiji, the Temple of Pure Wisdom.