9 Temples & Shrines Jokenji Temple & Kappabuchi Pool Chris Barnes Jokenji Temple is a beautiful example of Tono's rich culture and traditions.
Historical Hōryūji Temple in Nara Tony Mariani was finished in the fifteenth year of Empress Suiko’s reign, and the temple... Hall), Gojū-no-Tō (Five-Story Pagoda), Daikōdō (Great Lecture Hall), Kyōzō
Historical Tokudaiji Temple in Ameyoko Haruka Saijo Once you notice a little temple right in the middle of a busy shopping street, you won't be able to help walking in.
12 Temples & Shrines Tochigi Ungan-ji Temple Tomoko Kamishima 700 years ago, more than 3000 disciples learned and practiced at remote and isolated Ungan-ji Temple, in Tochigi Prefecture, following one prominent priest
Historical Tochigi's Daichu-ji Temple Tomoko Kamishima Daichu-ji Temple, in Tochigi Prefecture, is famous for its seven grotesque 'Tales of Horror' made famous in the book and movie of the same name, "Ugetsu
14 Temples & Shrines Tochoji Temple in Hakata Tony Mariani It is said that Tocho-ji temple in Hakata was dedicated to the Buddhist saint Kukai who built it in 806. The feudal lords of Fukuoka are buried here.
9 Temples & Shrines Kamakura’s Joraku-ji Temple Tomoko Kamishima Joraku-ji Temple was established in 1237 by the 3rd Regent of the Kamakura Shogunate, Hojo Yasutoki who created the first set of codes for Samurai society
12 Street & Urban Kamakura’s Kaizo-ji Temple Tomoko Kamishima Besides the outstanding flowers of the crabapple, the temple also has cherry blossoms, spiraea, and karria blooming this season.