KYOTO—Researchers may have uncovered the ruins of one of the largest ancient cafeterias for a Buddhist temple in the Nara ...

A small five-ring pagoda stands at the center ... but she wanted to respect his dying wish to return to nature and chose the Kyoto temple surrounded by trees. “His burial here will be an ...

this Zen Buddhist temple, which dates back to 1397, is one of the most photographed spots in Kyoto. The gold-plated, 3-story pagoda sits on a large pond. It is designated a National Special ...

Situated on Otowa Mountain in eastern Kyoto, Kiyomizu-dera Temple wows travelers with its stunning natural scenery, which visitors say is best viewed from the verandah off the temple's main building.

Every day, hundreds of people visit Ryoanji Temple to see its Zen rock garden – which is probably the most famous of its kind in Japan. Located in Kyoto's northern outskirts, the temple was ...

The temple was destroyed in the Ming Dynasty but rebuilt in 1670 during the Qing Dynasty into a complex of one pagoda, five halls and sixteen courtyards. Except for the pagoda the buildings are ...

Tourists walk through the streets by Yasaka Pagoda (behind) during a visit to the city of Kyoto on Jan 13, 2025. (Photo: AFP/Paul Miller) Tensions are highest in the Gion district, home to ...

The pagoda at Cishou Temple at Balizhuang (Eight Li Village) in Beijing's western suburbs was originally named Yong'anwanshou Pagoda (Pagoda of Lasting Peace and Longevity). Later it was called ...

Kyoto, the former imperial capital, is a serene city known for its ancient temples, traditional tea houses, and picturesque gardens. Together, these cities offer a comprehensive glimpse into Japan ...