KYOTO--Reflecting the Japanese traditional ... Kyoto.” The ancient capital is home to many famous temples with moss gardens, including Saihoji--or “Kokedera” (moss temple)--Gioji and ...

Kyoto's Zen gardens are world famous and for good reason: these masterpieces of meticulously raked gravel, velvety moss and ...

But privately, he was known for his passion for Japanese culture. He was particularly fond of Kyoto and over the course of 25 years, he got to know the ancient ... temple known for its rock garden.

One of the best options in Kyoto is Yuzuya Ryokan. Located right next to Yasaka Shrine, you will find yourself in the atmosphere of a mountain village outside an ancient city from the moment you ...

Built in A.D. 794 on the model of the capitals of ancient ... of Japanese culture for more than 1,000 years, Kyoto illustrates the development of Japanese wooden architecture, particularly religious ...

Built in A.D. 794 on the model of the capitals of ancient ... of Japanese culture for more than 1,000 years, Kyoto illustrates the development of Japanese wooden architecture, particularly religious ...

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

KYOTO—Researchers may have uncovered the ruins of one of the largest ancient cafeterias for a Buddhist temple in the Nara Period (710-784). The Kyoto prefectural board of education made the ...

In Japan, there are a number of parks, gardens, and streets that are famous ... expanded into matcha sweets. Its amazingly beautiful matcha parfaits are a menu highlight at its chain of Kyoto cafes, ...

For anyone craving Kyoto’s traditional vibes, Yamaguchi exudes a similar atmosphere, but without the crowds. The city, at the western tip of Japan ... Sesshu Garden at Jyoei Temple: “The ...