This statue in the Osaka temple of Kanshinji ... Shingon school of esoteric Buddhism, is said to have carved the image as a talisman against misfortune. Work on the temple precincts is believed ...

Historically, Buddhism arrived in Japan in the 6th century and took root. From around 1640, as part of a push to ban Christianity, temples kept ... in Yokohama and Osaka, as well as shrines ...

Authorities in Kyoto announced Tuesday plans for a big hike in hotel lodging taxes, as Japan's picture-perfect ancient ...

Don’t fill up too much, though – you’re off to Osaka ... s more than 1,600 temples and 400 shrines offer a wonderful opportunity to experience Japan’s blending of Buddhist and Shinto ...

Record numbers of tourists flocked to Japan last year, figures showed Wednesday, as the weak yen bolstered the appeal of the ...

The country logged more than 36.8 million tourist arrivals in 2024, topping 2019’s record of nearly 32 million, according to ...

Buddhist temples and parks rich with greenery. He came to Tokyo for the last days of his two-week trip to Japan after visiting Kyoto and Osaka. He said Japan’s capital is one of the world’s ...

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Kyoto's famous bamboo groves draw crowds, but hidden gems await. Discover five forests that offer tranquility and beauty ...

The interior of the Qambalin Tibetan Buddhist temple is seen in Nagoya's Moriyama Ward on Dec. 6, 2024. Items such as "omamori" good luck charms and "ofuda" amulets are also sold there, considered ...