Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, Tenryu-ji Temple and Togetsukyō Bridge, Kyoto, Japan

Jan 7, 2025 | Asia, Japan, Nature Scene, Religion

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

Jan 7, 2025 | Asia, Japan, Neighborhood, Religion

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

Jan 6, 2025 | Asia, Japan, Neighborhood, Religion

Explores the Northeast Kyoto area, featuring the Philosopher’s Path and three iconic temples. 998

Nara Day Trip from Osaka, Japan

Jan 3, 2025 | Asia, Garden, Historical Building, Japan, Park, Religion

Nara, Japan, is an ancient city known for its historic temples, deer-filled parks, and role as the country’s first permanent capital. 995

Osaka, Shin Sekai New World and Three Temples, Japan

Jan 3, 2025 | Asia, City, Religion

Another walk in Osaka included exploring Shin Sekai (New World) and visiting three temples. 993

Sensoji and Tokyo Station, Tokyo, Japan

Nov 20, 2024 | Asia, City, Japan, Religion

Sensoji (浅草寺), also known as Asakusa Kannon Temple, is one of Tokyo’s oldest Buddhist temples. Tokyo Station’s red-brick facade was completed in 1914. 983

Takeshita Street, Meiji Jingu, Omotesando, and Cat Street, Tokyo, Japan

Nov 17, 2024 | Asia, City, Japan, Religion, Shopping, Uncategorized

Omotesando is a chic and vibrant district in Tokyo, often referred to as Tokyo’s Champs-Élysées. Meiji Jingu is one of Tokyo’s most iconic Shinto shrines. 978