Activities Weekend Getaway to Shizuoka Jianne Soriano modern sights including magnificent views of Mount Fuji on a good day, temples... The other is to provide education about animals and conservation to children
Planning Sleep Travel in Japan Kim Bergström People plan their vacations around "things to do," often jam-packing... Shukubo (Temple Stays) Let's be honest—a lot of us probably struggle
Culture Breathless on Mount Haguro Arlene Bastion People still pray here, for since the early days, pre-temple entry ablutions... People would also throw copper and bronze mirrors in to weigh down their
Culture The Sweet Soul of Wakayama Mandy Bartok A journey through the trails, guesthouses, temples and shrines of Mount Koya in Wakayama Prefecture.
Culture Fudo Myo Elena Lisina name of the deities in Japan - lords of secret knowledge who protect people... , the essence of which is based on a comprehension of nature, through meditation
Activities 4 Destinations for a Slice of Mindfulness in Japan Kim Bergström Over 100 temples dot this sacred mountain, many offering shukubo (temple... vegetarian shojin ryori meals, and join monks for early morning chanting and meditation
Culture Enryaku-ji Ian VanDuzer It may not attract the huge crowds of other Kyoto temples, but Enryaku-ji is one temple complex you don't want to miss.