11 Culture Jōroku-ji Temple Illaura Rossiter Jorokuji is said to be the oldest temple in Tokushima Prefecture.
20 Culture Majestic Nara Shushma R Its rich culture and history can be witnessed in its Buddhist temples and... Shinto Shrines.
Culture Kiyomizu Kannon-do, Ueno Park Sleiman Azizi This popular temple features in Utagawa Hiroshige's '100 Famous Views of Edo' ukiyo-e series.
Culture Three Days in Kyoto - Day 3 Elena Lisina On my final day in Kyoto, I enjoyed a peaceful morning by the Kamo River, before visiting Ryozen Kannon in Higashiyama, Matsubara Dori, Kiyomizu-dera temple
Culture A Cycle of Life In Kyoto Arlene Bastion Okazaki Shrine and Kurodani Temple both have interesting things to see in their compounds exemplifying their respective themes, life and death.
8 Temples & Shrines Namba Yasaka Shrine, Osaka Gloria Ticconi Yasaka Shrine is a nice surprise, hidden in a busy metropolis like Osaka. It's an unusual shrine, maybe not easy to find without a map.
6 Temples & Shrines Kego Shrine and Park Maren Pauli Kego Shrine and Park are calm anchors in the lively neighborhood of Tenjin and invite you to sit down for lunch or a coffee.
Culture The Travel Shrine of Sendai Justin Velgus Tabidachi Inari Shrine (旅立稲荷神社) is a shrine located near the Hirose Bridge in Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture.