Spiritual

Ise is the original pilgrim's playground; home to Japan's holiest shrine and some of the friendliest people you'll encounter.

Find your zen at one of the world’s famous meditative rock gardens—serenity-seeking tourists tested, UNESCO approved.

Eight UNESCO World Heritage Sites guarded by some very hungry deer.

A spiritual awakening and a romantic view.

The tallest standing Buddha statue in Japan is hiding more than a few secrets.

Take a cable car to see where God of War meets Thomas Edison.

The heart of spirituality in Japan.

A sacred Shinto shrine and a wholly holy mountain.

You are never truly alone here...

Try the first shrine visit of the year here for an authentic Japanese New Year experience.

Discover this old-fashioned capital packed with sacred places and a few surprises.