As far as Shinto shrines go (there are about 400 in Kyoto ... Most visitors come for the close to 10,000 red and orange lacquered torii gates that line the 2 ½-mile-long path up Mount Inari ...

Coral Expeditions has three 14-night Through the Heart of Japan departures in 2025: October 4, October 18 and November 2.

Shinto is the native religious tradition of Japan. I think it's easy to see visual signs of it throughout Japan, from the shrines (jinja) to the gates (torii). But what I was interested in finding out ...

Comic Market, or Comiket as it is widely known, is the world's largest comic festival. It takes place twice every year at Tokyo Big Sight in Japan. The most recent one, Comiket 92, took place last ...

We’re unveiling some of Tokyo’s best kept secrets that will delight both seasoned Tokyoites and adventurous travellers ...

Easter is a great time for a holiday. Not only is the weather finally warming up but you can maximise your annual leave for ...

Nestled in the residential area of Nezu, Nezu Shrine is a Shinto shrine known for its vibrant azalea garden, which blooms in spring around April/May. The shrine grounds feature vermilion torii gates, ...

The other two have already returned to China, according to police. The Shinto shrine is a frequent source of historical disputes and international tensions because of the 14 Class-A war criminals ...

Also within in the complex is the Jishu Shrine, a red-lacquered temple dedicated to Okuninushi-no-mikoto, the Shinto god of love. Visitors who can successfully walk between two stones outside of ...

An AR experience in Central Park and a show at The Shed bring the sprawling Land art installation in Central Park back to ...