Ancient history and sophisticated modern technology mingle seamlessly in Japan and together create some Japan landmarks not ...

At the Gou Jinja Shinto Shrine, fans of Japanese figures skaters are praying for their victory at the PyeongChang Olympics. In Japan, it is tradition to pray for athletes, “sporting gods”, ahead of ...

A record number of foreign travelers are visiting Japan, sparking friction with locals. Cities and travel operators seek ways ...

The other two have already returned to China, according to police. The Shinto shrine is a frequent source of historical disputes and international tensions because of the 14 Class-A war criminals ...

one Shinto shrine and a church. A surge in religious properties coming up for sale has Japanese authorities worried that prospective buyers are not interested in them for heavenly purposes.

Situated in a serene forested area near Harajuku, Meiji Shrine is dedicated to Emperor Meiji and Empress Shoken ... Nestled in the residential area of Nezu, Nezu Shrine is a Shinto shrine known for ...

Maki-e is a technique in which gold powder and other materials are sprinkled on this lacquered surface to create patterns and designs as if manipulating light and dark in an infinite universe. This ...

Meiji Yasuda Life Insurance said Friday that it will acquire Banner Life Insurance for about ¥352.2 billion while investing about ¥130 billion for a 5% equity stake in the U.S. firm's parent ...

Beginning on March 5, the first day of Lent, and running through Easter Sunday, April 20, the Saint John Paul II National Shrine in Washington, D.C., will host an exhibit called “‘Lord ...