The head temple of the Myoshin-ji Temple school of the Rinzai sect. It is Japan's largest Zen temple, with 46 sub-temples. After Emperor Hanazono (the 95th Emperor of Japan) shaved his head and became ...

Any walk can be an encounter with the intriguing culture, from food markets and Zen gardens to temples and tea houses. Given that travel in Japan can be challenging, especially due to the language ...

American cook and food writer Jody Eddy’s friendship with Shinobu Namae, the chef behind three-Michelin-star Tokyo restaurant L’Effervescence, was ultimately what gained her access to the ...

It's also listed among the 100 Best Sakura Spots in Japan. ・Shinshu Zenkoji Temple (Nagano): Founded in 642, this temple is surrounded by a stunning array of cherry trees and weeping cherry blossoms, ...

Another Jewish community was established in the port of Nagasaki. In fairly short order, the Russo-Japanese War and the Great ...

Temple University, Japan Campus (TUJ) has been offering American-style learning in the heart of Tokyo since 1982. As the largest and oldest foreign university in Japan, TUJ has seen remarkable growth, ...

A Jewish kosher trip to Japan has never been easier with the emergence of kosher-friendly luxury hotels and gourmet kosher dining and options for Shabbat observance.

Japanese culture offers numerous habits for a balanced lifestyle. By borrowing these simple yet effective habits from Japanese culture, anyone can improve their relationship with food and prevent ...

The statue will be temporarily lent to Buseoksa Temple, a South Korean temple that had claimed ownership of the statue, where a service will be held before its planned return to Japan in May. The ...

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