Activities 10 Autumn Color Destinations in Tokyo Kim Bergström Rikugien Garden Shinjuku Gyoen Hibiya Park Jōshinji Temple Koishikawa... Located in Tokyo's Setagaya ward, Gotokuji Temple is unique because
Activities A Solitary Cherry Tree Reynald Ventura Discovering this solitary cherry tree at Nakanocho Sakon Park (中野町左近公園)... At Tenjin Bridge (天神橋), I crossed the road to the other side and continued
Beauty & Spa Bessho Onsen Scott Brause There might be seven silent people dispersed about the benches with you... The main attraction Bessho’s “North-Facing Kannon” temple is a rarity in
Culture Yamagata: Spiritualism and Nature Geoff Day area of Yamagata is famous primarily for the Dewa Sanzan mountains and temples... and 8th century and has kept its roots in mountain worship and silent meditation
Culture My Favorite Places in Japan: Shinto Shrines Elena Lisina For these reasons, people have worshipped and respected nature since ancient... high in the sky, impress me more than the columns of marble in Western temples
Culture Mikuni Festival 2026 Mid - Late May floats and dolls are meticulously remade, showcasing the community’s dedication
Culture Sayama Inariyama Prefectural Park Lynda Hogan Once an American military facility, the current day Inariyama Park leaves little indication of its former aviation history.
Culture Unique Ema Across Tokyo Kim Bergström Visit a temple or shrine in Japan, and you'll typically see a bunch of ema – wooden plaques which are used to write prayers or wishes on.
