10 Culture Jugan-ji Temple Peter Sidell In a residential district of eastern Tokyo, Jugan-ji is an intimate Buddhist temple with a restful atmosphere.
Culture Osu Kannon Temple Todd Wojnowski Osu Kannon is a large, famous Buddhist temple in Nagoya. With deep history and religious importance, it's a great place to visit.
Culture Kasukabe’s Giant Kite Festival 2026 Early May Kasukabe City’s annual giant kite festival is held on May 3rd and 5th. Teams hoist kites weighing hundreds of kilograms over the Edo River.
14 Kanagawa's Saisoji Temple Steve Morton Situated along the main approach way to Shasui Waterfall, this impressive temple is more than worth a visit in its own right!
13 Jojuin Temple, Kamakura Takako Sakamoto Jojuin Temple in Kamakura is a prestigious temple where Kobo-daishi once recited a mantra 1,000,000 times in 100 days.
11 Culture Jōroku-ji Temple Illaura Rossiter Jorokuji is said to be the oldest temple in Tokushima Prefecture.
6 Sohoin Buddhist Temple Livvy Boote In Machida in the suburbs of Tokyo, Sohoin is a peaceful Buddhist Temple