Hundreds of people gathered Sunday at a Buddhist temple in downtown Tokyo, eagerly stretching their hands to catch the dried ...

It is considered one of Japan’s three great Tenjin shrines ... tying countless ema (wooden prayer plaques) to the shrine’s grounds. For temple gardens, Zuisenji is a must-visit, located ...

Ancient history and sophisticated modern technology mingle seamlessly in Japan and together create some Japan landmarks not ...

Perched on a wooded hillside in southern Kyoto, Fushimi Inari is a 1,300-year-old temple dedicated to Inari, the Shinto deity of rice and sake (Japanese rice wine). The shrine complex dates back ...

But according to temple etiquette, drinking from all three streams is bad luck, so don't be greedy. Also within in the complex is the Jishu Shrine, a red-lacquered temple dedicated to Okuninushi ...

From unique traditions to historic craftsmanship, discover the must-experience highlights of the iconic Kiyomizu-dera temple ...

NIKAHO, Akita -- Large cod were carried in procession and dedicated to a local Shinto shrine in this northern Japan city Feb. 4 in a unique festival traditionally held around the first day of ...

The best places to visit and things to do in Nara, Japan, include feeding friendly deer, exploring ancient temples, and ...