The ultimate guide to Japan travel
Experience parts of the temple which are normally off-limits to the public.
A guide to visit this impressive Zen Buddhist complex—or stay overnight and practice living like a monk.
A stunner of a place, mixing ancient and modern in a relatively compact area, with some of the finest ramen.
Experience the ethereal "flower light path" this March.
Why Japan’s sixth-largest metropolis is attracting more and more foreign residents.
With a number of light festivals, August is a great time to take in the atmosphere of the ancient capital.
Heading to Kanazawa? Best read this—and pack an umbrella.
A unique and beautiful way of recording your travels throughout Japan.
Pay a visit and you'll see why the temple's been designated a Place of Scenic Beauty.
Looking to experience Japan’s historical and rural side? You might be best off leaving Tokyo behind for Saga Prefecture in Kyushu.
A detailed Kyoto weekend itinerary packed with the top attractions, hidden gems, and tons of walking—comfy shoes required!
Go climb some mountains (and see some temples) in Kansai this autumn!
A stunning and mysterious place with contrasting "heaven and hell" views thanks to the lush greens and a volcanic landscape.
Get off the tourist path and onto a sacred pilgrimage path. The Kumano Kodo in Wakayama Prefecture is a great place to walk, reflect and rejuvenate (all for cheap).
Even the most famous cities in the world have some secrets hidden around the corner. Stray off the beaten path and into Nara's preserved Naramachi district.
Around the corner from Kyoto Station are the most important Japanese Buddhist temples, rich with tradition, stunning architecture and beautiful art.
Read on to find out more about the unfortunate events to befall this off-the-beaten-path site in Kyoto.
Daikakuji in Kyoto is one of those lesser famous temples that has a mysterious appeal tempting you to pay it a visit.
From the ten-yen coin to the Tale of Genji, Uji's temples are known throughout Japan, so let's head out there!
Kyoto is known for its temples and shrines. But with entrance fees, temple-hopping adds up. What's the cheapo way to go sightseeing? Shrine-hopping!
Free bus tours will be running in Nara from February to March 2016. Reserve your spot now before they're all snatched up!