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For hikers: Don't miss Japan's scenic temple treks
Mount Koya's tranquil trails lead to hidden temples, inviting you to hike through history and find peace in the stillness.
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A 1,300-Year-Old Cafeteria Was Just Discovered Among The Ruins Of A Buddhist Temple In Japan
The dining hall may be the largest of its kind from Japan’s Nara Period, and its discovery is offering new insights into the layouts of eighth-century Buddhist temples. On Feb. 4, 2025 ...
Visitors pray for healthy eyes at mountain temple in Japan
Tsubosakadera temple in Takatori, Nara Prefecture, is known as a place where people can come to pray for eye diseases to be ...
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In Rural Japan, Learning Zen Mindfulness at an 800-Year-Old Temple
At a big-hearted retreat surrounded by nature, Zen rituals fused with mindfulness practices teach Kate Crockett to be more present.
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When travelling to Kyoto, here’s how to escape the crowds
The city, known as the cultural capital of Japan, is home to numerous Buddhist temples, the Imperial Palace, Shinto shrines, traditional wooden houses and meticulously kept gardens – all make ...
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Easy Japanese news in translation: Sumo wrestlers try writing sutras at Nara temple
Thirteen sumo wrestlers from the Naruto stable, who will compete in the Spring Grand Sumo Tournament in Osaka from March 9, ...