In 2019, Japan will celebrate the crowning of its 126th emperor. In Japan’s long line of emperors, one in particular

On the border between Osaka and Wakayama is the Izumi Mountain Chain. Just at the foot of those high mountains

 Located just outside of Kyoto City, Daigoji is a must for people who really want to see the remnants of

Daigo-ji Temple is home to the oldest wooden building in Kyoto, as well as many Japanese National Treasures that are

On the border between Otsu and Uji, there is as quaint temple, Shoho-ji, better known as Iwama-dera [岩間寺]. While one

Lake Biwa is the gem of Shiga Prefecture. Scores of tourist come there throughout the year to enjoy fishing, boating,

There are hundreds of gods in Japan, with shrines dedicated to an even wider array of things. Another shrine allegedly

Roughly 15 minutes from Osaka City, on the border of Osaka and Nara is Kashiwara City. This small city flies