Culture Ebisu-jinja Shrine in Hiroshima Paul Walsh Inconspicuous downtown shrine dedicated to the jolly god of commerce that bursts into activity during November.
Culture Byōdō-in Temple, Uji Ariane Mignault The Byōdō-in Temple as represented on the Japanese 10 yen coin can still be seen and visited today.
Activities Udo Jingu Miyazaki Walter Lanz Udo Jingu Miyazki, a mythical Shinto Shrine surrounded by beautiful scenery
Culture Sekizan Zen-in Temple, Kyoto Komal Khiani The temple grounds of Sekizan Zen-in are famous for the colorful maple trees in autumn, but it has much more than that. The temple..
Food Ippu Udon JJ Walsh fantastic, handmade noodles served in unique & traditional Japanese surroundings
Activities Naegi Castle Ruins Justin Dart Naegi castle, the High Forest Castle, sat on top of a huge boulder over looking the Kiso Rive for 339 years. Only the foundation..
Food Okanoeisen Bakery in Ueno Alexandra Dorovici Okanoeisen is a sixth generation traditional Japanese bakery dedicated to creating the finest pastries from the best local ing..