6 Culture Gotokuji Temple Kim Bergström Gotokuji Temple in Tokyo's Setagaya Ward sets itself apart from other temples, with an incredible number of maneki neko (beckoning..
Culture The Ten Shrines of Tokyo Guillaume Doré There are many shrines in Tokyo. The Tokyo Ten Shrine course gives you the chance to see a different side to modern Tokyo.
Food High End Emergency Meals Sherilyn Siy I've always been curious about the nicely packaged emergency meals. Do they taste as good as they look?
Culture A Cycle of Life In Kyoto Arlene Bastion Okazaki Shrine and Kurodani Temple both have interesting things to see in their compounds exemplifying their respective themes,..
Culture The Finer Details of Japanese Beauty Elena Lisina Japanese beauty is based on a deep understanding of nature and the value of simplicity. Each part of a design element emphasizes..
Culture The Past and Present of Byodoin Scott Brause Byodo-in could arguably be called the Sistine Chapel of Japanese temple art & architecture. The Phoenix Hall's Amida Buddha..
Activities Autumn Colors at Shosenkyo Gorge Cathy Cawood Shosenkyo Gorge has magnificent scenery and is famous for autumn color. An easy trail runs along the river from the gorge entrance..
8 Culture The Old Asakura House Scott Brause The old Asakura House in Tokyo is a treasure of the Taisho era. For those interested in Japanese residential architecture, this..