Each of these temples and shrines offers a unique cultural and spiritual experience. Be sure to pay a visit during your next ...

SANBAGAWA, Gunma Prefecture--Benmou Suzuki’s dilapidated 420-year-old temple, located deep in the forest near a tiny Japanese mountain ... For his part, Suzuki says he has no intention to ...

In 1941, when the Japanese government was salvaging metal from wherever it could for the looming Pacific War, the nation’s largest Buddhist group readily handed over its temple bells for the ...

Japan's Divorce Temple is a sanctuary for those seeking to end unhealthy relationships. Located in the Kansai region near Kyoto, it offers rituals emphasizing closure and personal growth ...