These worldwide destinations burst with stunning pink and white sakura each spring, offering breathtaking cherry blossom ...

KYOTO--Cultural treasures usually off-limits ... Zuishin-in, Kajuji and Gankeiji temples. Toji temple's Kodo hall and five-story pagoda in Minami Ward round off the list. Meanwhile, 11 venues ...

KYOTO--To be far from the madding crowd here ... Tourists can take part in morning rituals at Toji temple, Higashi Honganji temple, Nishi Honganji temple, Chionin temple and Chishakuin temple ...

Built in A.D. 794 on the model of the capitals of ancient China, Kyoto was the imperial capital of Japan from its foundation until the middle of the 19th century. As the centre of Japanese culture for ...