Temples & Shrines

Shrines and Temples in Kamakura

Kamakura was Japan's capital in the late 12th century, until its fall in 1333. The town is filled with temples and forested hills, and famous for its giant bronze Buddha.

By Luke Braidwood

Temples & Shrines

The Temples and Shrines of Kasai

Close to Kasai station in eastern Tokyo, a cluster of around ten temples makes for a pleasant place to stroll around, with a variety of building styles and statues.

By Peter Sidell

Culture

Kyoto: My Alternative Top 3 Temples

Japan's ancient capital of Kyoto is home to hundreds of shrines and temples: here are three of my favourite less visited ones.

By Peter Sidell

Featured Historical

Okazaki-jinja and Konkaikomyo-ji

Kyoto, filled with shrines and temples, is the city to learn about ancient architecture. Okazaki shrine and Konkaikomyo temple represent two of styles.

Culture

Small Shrines at Eiheiji Temple

Complete Guide to Eiheiji Temple 02: A step-by-step guide of Eiheiji Temple, Fukui, The second guide focuses on the small shrines along the Eiheiji river.

By Takako Sakamoto

Culture

Tsuchizawa Station's Nearby Shrines

The Hanamaki-towa area is host to many cultural attractions, including the multitude of shrines near Tsuchizawa Station. All within easy walking distance from the train station, these shrines are hidden gems that require some searching and wandering about residential districts.

By Bridget Ye

Culture

Utazu's Temples of Love

Utazu has two sides, one with wedding chapels and the other with old temples. Both are temples of love, just different sorts.

By Arlene Bastion

Culture

Forest Bathing In Kochi's Temples

The greenery of Kochi Temples 29-32 are good shinrin yoku, or 'forest bathing'- forest therapy.

By Arlene Bastion