8 Unique AirBnbs to Make the Most of Your Tokyo Trip
Tokyo is known to be one of the most unique and exhilarating places in the world. From seeing the beautiful …
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Shrines and Temples
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Minobusan – Yamanashi’s Hidden Gem
The ancient Buddhist town of Minobusan is one of Yamanashi prefecture’s best kept secrets, with great food and rich culture.
Kanayama Jinja Shrine
The NSFW fertility shrine near Kawasaki Daishi If you’re not already familiar with it, Kanayama Jinja is just an unassuming …
Gotokuji Temple
Gotokuji Temple is an Edo temple known for its sea of “Maneki-Neko” beckoning cat figurines. Come by for fun photo ops, as well as an interesting history.
Meiji Jingu (Meiji Shrine)
Tokyo’s most famous Shinto shrine, dedicated to the deified spirits of Emperor Meiji and Empress Shoken
Sensoji Temple
The oldest Buddhist temple in Tokyo, Sensoji Temple is a must-see for any first-time visitor.
Jonangu Shrine and Rakusuien Garden
Jonangu Shrine is a relic of the Heian aristocratic era. It sits in southern Kyoto and is often praised for its beautiful expansive gardens.
Kenninji Temple
Kenninji is the oldest Zen temple in Kyoto, founded in 1202 by Yousai, the guy who brought Zen and the concept of drinking tea to Japan.
Chishakuin Temple
Chishakuin is the headquarters of the Chisan School of Shingon Buddhism. It’s a large, peaceful temple, great after visiting the Sanjusangendo Temple.
Sanjusangendo Temple
Kyoto’s Sanjusangendo Temple houses a thousand almost life-sized Kannon bodhisattvas in a single massive hall. A unique sight to behold.
Heian Shrine
Heian Shrine is a colorful, spacious complex that instills awe in the average traveler. It worships Kyoto’s first and last emperors.
