shrines and temples

A holy mountain with temple stays near Tokyo.

This shrine may look like it’s plucked straight from Kyoto, but its torii tunnel and blooming azalea sit nestled right in Tokyo.

Cherry blossoms, a pagoda, and Mt. Fuji. It doesn't get more "Japan" than this.

Walk the Philosopher's Path at this Kyoto temple that proves all that glitters truly isn't gold.

From out of the woodwork comes Japan’s best destination for wood-carved masterpieces.

The secret gathering spot for gods where the sun once hid from the Earth.

This secret shrine is Osaka in a nutshell.

Don’t miss out on one of Osaka’s most exciting New Year's festivals at this beloved shrine.

One of western Japan’s oldest shrines.

Partake in ancient tradition by making a pilgrimage to three of Japan’s most important shrines.

Take the road less traveled on this coastal hiking trail once sought out by poets and painters for artistic inspiration.