Gotokuji Temple is a Buddhist temple of the Soto sect located in Setagaya City, Tokyo prefecture. Built in 1480 as “Kotokuin”, the temple changed to its current name in 1659. The temple is known for its thousands of manekineko (lucky … Read More
Meiji Jingu Shrine is a Shinto Shrine located in Shibuya City, Tokyo prefecture. Meiji Jingu was established in 1920 to enshrine Emperor Meiji and Empress Shoken, who laid the foundation for Japan’s modernization. Meiji Jingu is one of the most famous … Read More
Today, I will be talking about six different shrines in the Tokyo area that are related to anime. Many locations in Tokyo serve as an influence for a particular anime or are directly featured in the show. Unbeknownst to me, … Read More
Kawasaki Daishi Heikenji Temple is a Buddhist temple located in Kawasaki City, Kanagawa prefecture. Kawasaki City is just south of Ota City, Tokyo prefecture so Kawasaki Daishi is easy to reach from anywhere in the Tokyo area. Founded in 1128, … Read More
Kanda Myoujin is a Shinto shrine located in Chiyoda City, Tokyo prefecture. It is very pleasant and covers more ground than most shrines that I have visited. In 1616, the shrine was moved to its current location in Chiyoda City. … Read More
Karasumori-jinja Shrine is a Shinto shrine in Shinbashi, Minato City, Tokyo prefecture. Karasumori is a small shrine famous in Minato City due to its festivals and accompanying goshuins (shrine stamps). Goshuins can be received by foreigners or locals and are … Read More
On July 10th, I visited Senso-ji Temple in Asakusa, Taito City, Tokyo prefecture. I visited the temple during the Hozuki Market. The market was held on July 9th & 10th, and throughout the two days, more than 200 booths were … Read More
Nagoya Castle is a Japanese castle located in Nagoya, Japan. Built in 1612, the castle has been used as a defense structure throughout its history. During my time at Nagoya Castle, I participated in an English-speaking tour, and due to … Read More
On Saturday, July 1st, I visited Horyuji Temple in Nara prefecture. Horyuji Temple houses some of the world´s oldest wooden structures which conveys how Japan looked 1,300 years ago. Around 60% of Horyuji Temple is original with the rest being … Read More
During my time in Mie prefecture, I visited Shitennoji Temple on the morning of Friday, June 30th. When I arrived at the temple, I walked the grounds and was introduced to the site’s building. Next, I participated in a Zazen … Read More
On Friday, June 30th, I stayed at the Waqoo Horyuji Hotel in Nara prefecture. Located on the approach to the World Heritage Site of Horyuji Temple, Waqoo Horyuji is a hotel that is a modern interpretation of a shukubo (temple … Read More
On Thursday, June 29, 2023, I traveled from Kita City, Tokyo prefecture to Suzuka City, Mie prefecture. While in Mie, I visited Shinseido Co., Ltd. to participate in a traditional Suzuka Ink Experience. Shinseido Co., Ltd. is the sole producer of … Read More