However, Nara Prefecture, known for world-famous attractions such as the Great Buddha Hall in Todai-ji temple, has long struggled with low numbers of overnight visitors. One contributing factor is ...

The Hiroshima Daibutsu (big Buddha statue) is currently enshrined at Gokurakuji temple in Ando, Nara Prefecture ... It was greeted with great fanfare at the time. Large memorial services were ...

NARA -- Large torches were ignited March 12 during the annual "Shuni-e" two-week training of Buddhist priests at Todaiji temple's Nigatsu-do hall here. When the approximately 8-meter-long ...

Construction continued up to the Ming dynasty (1368–1644), when the Great Wall became the world's largest military structure. Its historic and strategic importance is matched only by its architectural ...

One of the best spots to catch the blooming cherry blossoms is at Kotokuin, the temple where you’ll find the Great Buddha of Kamakura. There are some gorgeous trees situated around the Buddha ...

Mount Yoshino (Nara): Mount Yoshino features around 30,000 white wild cherry trees across its valleys and ridges, delivering an incredible springtime sakura display. 3 Incredible Ryokan and Hotels ...