8 Kyoto Adashino Nenbutsu-ji 4 of 4 Justin Velgus 1,200 years ago where Adashino Nenbutsu-ji now stands, the famous priest Kobo Daishi (also known as Kukai) opened a Chisan sect..
8 Stormy Skies at Kinkaku-ji Michelle Montano Kyoto's most famous temple, the Golden Pavilion, Kinkaku-ji, shines even in stormy weather. Take a virtual visit here on a rainy..
15 Old Inns of Akasawa-Juku Cathy Cawood The post town of Akasawa-Juku has many fine old Edo and Meiji Era inns, and was designated an Important Cultural Buildings Preservation..
6 Awa Odori Festival, Tokushima City Naoko Takeuchi Awa Odori Festival in Tokushima City. Enjoy Japanese traditional dance from box seats.
12 Arakawa Nature Park Niek Ceylan Arakawa Nature Park lies in the heart of Tokyo, and is meant for those who are seeking relaxation in the busy metropolis.
20 Art at Your Feet in Tohoku Radica Sooknarine Within each prefecture in Japan, there is a vast array of designs on the manhole covers found on streets everywhere. It's amazing..
8 Oimatsu Sweets Shop in Kyoto Sarah Chaney I walked into a shop selling Japanese sweets made in Kyoto and had matcha tea with sakura mochi (a rice cake stuffed with bean paste..