While crowded Kyoto continues to suffer from overtourism, several of Japan’s ancient and soulful sights on the nearby Kii Peninsula, only an hour away, ...

The holy Japanese shinto temple strongly recalls the ancient holy Isrealite temple, which housed a holy of holies section and several gates. Several artifacts in Japan have been traced to Assyrian ...

KYOTO—Researchers may have uncovered the ruins of one of the largest ancient cafeterias for ... was the first case at a Kokubunji temple anywhere in Japan where it is possible to reconstruct ...

Mount Koya's tranquil trails lead to hidden temples, inviting you to hike through history and find peace in the stillness.

Asia is a continent that captivates travelers with its diverse landscapes, rich cultures, and unparalleled history. From the ...

Each temple visit serves as a gateway to Buddhist wisdom, fostering serenity and introspection amidst Japan's most peaceful ...

But the ancient latrines were undisturbed and the ... (1336-1573), is the oldest remaining latrine at a Zen Buddhist temple in Japan. The tosu is nicknamed the “hyakusecchin” (hundred-person ...

Ancient people built temples all across the ancient world and dedicated them to a plethora of deities. While some of these structures haven't survived the test of time, some still exist today and ...

Always the centre of attraction, Central Japan oozes personality and character. But do you really know everything about it? Well, there's more magic than meets the eye. Encompassing nine ...