Buddhist Temples

  1. Honen-in

    Tranquil Sites in Eastern Kyoto

    Honen-in is said to have originated from a humble thatched hut where Honen practiced nembutsu with his disciples.

  2. A cat in Shibamata

    Shibamata, an Old Town in Tokyo

    With Shibamata Taishakuten Temple in the center, Shibamata has a couple of interesting spots, all of which are conveniently located within walking distance of each other.

  3. Yokosawairi Satoyama in Tokyo.

    Yokosawairi Zone in Suburban Tokyo

    Satoyama refers to a forest which people utilize for its lumber, mushrooms or wild plants. A 'countryside forest' might be the closest English counterpart.

  4. Toden Arakawa Line (Tokyo Sakura Tram)

    Unfamiliar Spots along Tokyo Sakura Tram

    Toden Arakawa Line (Tokyo Sakura Tram) is known as the only remaining Toden line in Tokyo.

  5. Zen garden at Jouden-ji Temple, Kyoto.

    Hidden Gems in Northern Kyoto Basin

    Shodenji's garden has fascinated many people, but the anecdote about David Bowie is particularly well known in Japan.

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