Some of the oldest ancient temples continue to fulfil their original purpose after thousands of years, continuing their ...

In a city brimming with ancient temples ... story pavilion on the grounds of the Rokuonji temple complex. I don’t mean any disrespect, but the architecture is a bit like Tsutenkaku in Osaka ...

Built in A.D. 794 on the model of the capitals of ancient ... of Japan from its foundation until the middle of the 19th century. As the centre of Japanese culture for more than 1,000 years, Kyoto ...

Japan is famous for combining ancient traditions with futuristic cities, but it also has a surprising side. Scattered across the country are places that look like they belong somewhere else entirely: ...