14 Culture Himeji Castle: 2009-2014 Restoration Anonymous Often, when visiting historic locations throughout Japan, one can read things concerning the original building of the structu...
8 Culture Awe-inspiring Views at Tokyo International Forum Chris Barnes The Tokyo International Forum is a multi-purpose center which features some of the most aesthetically pleasing architecture i...
Culture Enmei-ji Temple Anonymous Enmei-ji is No. 54 on the Shikoku 88 temple pilgrimage. The flaming turnip on its roof represents the flaming dharma of the B...
Culture Yanagimori Shrine Jeff W. Richards A 17th century shrine to a well-endowed prankster hidden in the otaku epicenter of Akihabara
Culture Meiji Shrine's Votive Tablets Komal Khiani They are called ema and they are small wooden tablets used by worshippers to write down their prayers or wishes. The tablets ...
Culture Nishigawa River Park Kenji Chida The Nishigawa River Park is a popular spot to take a walk without having to worry about city traffic. It is a quick way to ta...
Culture Koso Hachiman Shrine and World Peace Pagoda Anonymous The Koso Hachiman Shrine in Mojiko stands on a pretty hillside overlooking the Kanmon Strait, a short distance from the Mojik...
7 Culture Kamakura's Famous Rokujizo Statues Larry Knipfing Rokujizo statues can be found all over Japan. They always come in sets of 6 and are there to pray for those who have suffered...
Culture Matsushima Foliage Light Up 2024 Melissa Hill The Matsushima Foliage Light up is a unique event in Japan that gives you the chance to see an illuminated Zen Garden ablaze ...
