In Japan, the simple act of walking has long been connected to working toward enlightenment.

“It looks like it will die,” Nishibori said of the cherry tree, “but it’s not going to die. The next spring, there will be ...

A photo claiming to show Buddha's sacred tooth in Sri Lanka has gone viral, sparking widespread attention and debate online.

A temple in Nagahama, Shiga Prefecture, has created pictures featuring cats mourning the death of Buddha that have visitors ...

Nara offers a distinctive atmosphere where historical heritage and nature coexist harmoniously. Visitors are drawn to its old ...

Nara is a magical escape just an hour away from Osaka and Kyoto, perfect for a Singaporean visitor seeking a break from the ...

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

With festivals taking place throughout the year in Tokyo, you have a good chance that your trip will coincide with a ...

Japanese eki stamps (station stamps) are a charming feature of Japanese railway culture. Beloved by visitors and oshi-tetsu ...

Japan has constructed the world’s first 3D-printed train station, completing the futuristic structure in under six hours. This groundbreaking project showcases the potential of 3D printing in ...

Round and red with scowling expressions, the dolls represent the Bodhidharma (or, “Daruma” in Japanese), the fifth-century monk who founded Zen Buddhism ... visitors take photos and videos ...