14 Blue Hydrangeas at Iwadera Cathy Cawood Blue hydrangeas bloom amid long grass and wildflowers at peaceful Iwadera Temple in Yamashina.
Culture 5 Iris Gardens in the Tohoku Region Kim Bergström Irises are one of the highlights, and they can be found at numerous parks, temples, and shrines in this part of Japan.
Activities Top 5 Things to Do Around Kochi City, Japan Geoff Day castle, quaint outdoor markets, eateries filled with local foods such as the iconic katsuo no tataki (seared tuna), a botanical paradise, and a sacred temple
Culture Katori City Guide Elizabeth S can find classic merchant houses, splendid shrines, and centuries-old temples... Today, its preserved rows of merchant houses lining a canal, temples, shrines
32 Culture Colors of Nikko National Park Elena Lisina Photos of many details of the temples and shrines of Nikko National Park.
Activities 6 Must-See Winter Destinations in Nikko Kim Bergström pure white landscape, making the entrance to the area's shrine and temples... After a challenging three-hour walk, trekkers can see an "Ice Temple
13 Kitamukizan Fudo-in Cathy Cawood This old Fushimi temple, Kitamukizan Fudo-in, was illuminated by late sunlight when I visited.