From transport tips to the best seasons for a visit, here’s the lowdown on the best way to explore Japan's capital city.

One of the world’s most populous cities, Tokyo brings together many of the elements that make Japan so popular with travelers. Visit youthful Shibuya and upscale Ginza to experience the modern side of ...

Everyone goes to Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka. Why not try spots like the bustling port of Yokohama or the serene monasteries of ...

While there are many ways to practice mindfulness alone, in Japan, the home of zazen, you can take the opportunity to learn from a master in Buddhist temples such as Tokyo's Ryuunji Temple.

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The oldest religious site in Tokyo is also its ... nearly the entire temple was razed). The Senso-ji Temple is dedicated to Asakusa Kannon, the Buddhist god of mercy and happiness.

There is a breathtaking golden temple in one of the world's best visitor destinations and it will blow you away.

Locals share their inside knowledge of what to see, eat, drink and buy in the Nepalese capital city Until the formation of Nepal in the 18th century, Kathmandu, Bhaktapur and Patan were independent ...

I used to play a game like this called “Red Light, Green Light,” which, to my ears, makes more sense than some ancient Buddhist monk ... of Shorinzan Daruman-ji temple popularized the papier ...

Japan offers a ... a sand mandala made by Tibetan monks, a tea room and a cave containing 88 symbols representing the temples of the Shikoku Pilgrimage. The temple also offers the opportunity to ...

Here’s how to explore the best of Japan’s capital, from summer festivals and less-visited neighborhoods to day trips to World ...