Itsukushima Jinja is a famous shrine with a “floating” torii gate, while Daishoin is a serene Buddhist temple on the sacred Miyajima Island. 1005
Atomic Bomb Dome and Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum, Hiroshima, Japan
The Atomic Bomb Dome and Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum honor the victims of the 1945 bombing and promote a message of peace. 1004
Higashiyama Jisho-ji Temple, Shimogamo-jinja Shrine, and Kamigamo-jinja Shrine, Kyoto, Japan
Higashiyama Jisho-ji (Ginkaku-ji) is a Zen temple known for its elegant Silver Pavilion, while Shimogamo-jinja and Kamigamo-jinja are ancient Shinto shrines revered for their cultural and historical significance. 1003
Fushimi Inari Taisha, Tōfuku-ji and Tōji Temple, Kyoto, Japan
Fushimi Inari Taisha is famous for its iconic torii gates, Tōfuku-ji for its Zen gardens and autumn foliage, and Tōji Temple for its historic five-story pagoda. 1002
Kinkaku-ji and Ryōan-ji Temples, Kyoto, Japan
Kinkakuji, the Golden Pavilion adorned with gold leaf, and Ryoanji, renowned for its minimalist rock garden, are iconic Zen temples in Kyoto that showcase serene beauty and contemplative charm. 1001
Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, Tenryu-ji Temple and Togetsukyō Bridge, Kyoto, Japan
This marks my 1000th blog entry—a journey to the west side of Kyoto. 1000
Hōkan-ji Temple, Ninenzaka Street, Sannenzaka Street, and Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Tokyo, Japan
This walk explores the streets and temples on the southeast side of Kyoto. 999
Philosopher’s Path and Nanzen-ji and other Temples, Kyoto, Japan
Explores the Northeast Kyoto area, featuring the Philosopher’s Path and three iconic temples. 998
Kyoto Walk, Japan
Gion is Kyoto’s historic geisha district, known for its traditional wooden machiya houses, tea houses, and cultural charm. 997