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 ...
Japan's spectacular bike ride through six remote islands
The 70km Shimanami Kaido, webbed with fishing harbours, hillside citrus orchards and historic shrines, is often regarded as ...
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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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Japanese Funerals: How to Dress, Act and Show Respect
Learn etiquette for Japanese funerals, including proper attire, behavior and how to offer condolences with condolence money ...
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Kii Peninsula: I skipped the big cities to visit Japan’s ancient pilgrimage trail
The Koumano Kodo pilgrimage trail is home to some of Japan's most spiritual sites with temples, shrines and beautiful forests ...
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Where To Find Japan's Most Spectacular Cherry Blossom Views
Cherry blossom season is a magical time everyone should experience. Don't know where to start? We've highlighted lovely spots ...
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In Rural Japan, Learning Zen Mindfulness at an 800-Year-Old Temple
Happily, the retreat is unlike a typical (and typically austere) Japanese temple stay. Morning and evening ... based around the three jewels of Buddhism: Buddha, his teaching, and community.
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5 Great Walking Tours In Japan For 2025
It’s a chance to see Japan’s Northern Alps and stay in luxury ryokans ... and connects 88 Buddhist temples, covering more than 600 miles. On the Oku Japan trip, walkers explore chosen sections ...
I found unexpected friendships on a Wendy Wu tour of Japan
On one side of the table sits a Scottish lobster fisherman and an English PE teacher and across from them, two young girls ...