Culture Myohonji Temple Myohonji, located in the heart of Kamakura, is one of the oldest Nichiren-sect temples of Japanese Buddhism. Despite its city location, the temple is..
Culture Sasuke Inari Shrine Sasuke Inari Shrine is a Shinto shrine in Kamakura and the site of the Hidden Village of Kamakura. It is located very near the Zeniarai Benzaiten Ugafuku..
Culture Kawasaki Daishi Furin-ichi 2024 Mid - Late Jul Every July, for 5 days, the famous Kawasaki Daishi Temple holds a furin-ichi, or Wind Chime Market. There are approximately 900..
Culture Fujiko F. Fujio Museum The Fujiko F Fujio Museum, also known as the Doraemon museum, is dedicated to the work of Fujiko Fujio.
Culture Inside the Kamakura Daibutsu Cordelia Ding Are you planning to visit Kamakura as a side trip from Tokyo? If so, it must mean that you will visit the Daibutsu, or the Great..
Historical Ryuko-ji Temple Antique Market Larry Knipfing Ryuko-ji Temple’s antique market is quite good. There is no charge, and sellers’ tables are spread out around the temple groun..
Culture Kanteibyo Kanteibyo Temple (関帝廟) is a spiritual landmark in Yokohama’s Chinatown. It shines like a beacon of faith with its vibrant red exterior and intric..
Culture Whisky Festival in Yokohama 2024 Late Aug One way to get your whisky fix is at the Whisky Festival in Yokohama, a large-scale tasting event that brings together whiskies..