Onsenji Temple in Kinosaki Onsen has been the spiritual heart of the town for over 1,300 years. In the past, visitors prayed here before accessing the baths. Visiting Onsenji Temple remains one of the ...

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Fushimi’s 22 breweries represent the highest concentration of sake makers anywhere in Japan. In addition to sake tastings, ...

A thousand years ago, Europe was in the Middle Ages, Japan was ruled by emperors and shoguns, and the printing press had not ...

The artist-designer swapped city bustle for a hilltop home in Higashiyama — it mirrors his Zen approach to life ...

On your next visit to Japan, skip Tokyo and Kyoto in favor of the less touristy region of Hokuriku, where ancient craft and ...

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These most walkable cities in Japan combines top destinations with expert tips and walking tours to enrich your walking experience.

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