During other seasons, Japanese flock to Buddhist Bon dances and Shinto-related festivals involving “mikoshi,” or portable shrines. “In Japan ... even more pragmatic view and less interest ...

A big part of what makes Japan so fascinating ... and from that the shrine was established. Akabane Hachiman Shrine is a small but beautiful shrine, with a rustic simplicity to its architecture. Being ...

Each of these temples and shrines offers a unique ... winding paths to enjoy panoramic views of Kyoto. Kiyomizu-dera, perched on a hill in Kyoto, is one of Japan's most iconic temples.

Overseeing more than 3000 Kumano shrines in Japan, it is a doyen of religion ... The passes deliver panoramic views over the Pacific Ocean, so it is no surprise that the route was the muse of ...

"I wanted to protect the ocean." Jiang was indicted for allegedly conspiring with two other men to vandalize a stone pillar at the shrine, and spray-paint the word "toilet" in English, on May 31. The ...

(Mainichi) TOKYO (Kyodo) -- A Chinese national living in Japan ... the ocean." Jiang was indicted for allegedly conspiring with two other men to vandalize a stone pillar at the shrine, and spray ...