Shikoku has a quiet, but profound presence in Japan's archipelago. It wears its heart on its sleeve, inviting you to explore ...

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Nestled in the Nagano Prefecture, Togakushi Shrine is a serene and sacred destination. It lies at the foot of the majestic ...

Ōtaki Shrine’s guardian deity is Kawakami Gozen ... and Mino (now Gifu Prefecture). With Japan’s promulgation of a law strictly separating Buddhism and Shintoism in 1868, the temple was ...

Historically, Buddhism arrived in Japan in the 6th century and took root ... allowing visitors to “tie a connection with gods.” The stamps can also be an introduction to Shinto, she says ...

Republic Day tableaux from across India showcase military prowess, cultural heritage, and development, symbolizing unity and ...

The Uttar Pradesh tableau at this year’s Republic Day parade showcased the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj, celebrating a blend of ...

Professor Morrison began teaching at Middlebury College in 2003, just before completing her Ph.D. in religious studies from Stanford University. She teaches classes on the Buddhist tradition and ...

Remembering the stars and other notable figures who've died this year, including Shannen Doherty, Shelley Duvall, Maggie ...

Karen Gardiner has spent the past decade covering travel, culture, and food and drink for digital and print publications in the U.S., U.K., and Canada. She has written for The Washington Post ...