Japanese Architecture in Honshu

Senso-ji

Historic Buddhist temple featuring traditional Japanese architecture and the iconic Kaminarimon gate. It serves as a major cultural and spiritual site with an adjacent vibrant shopping street.

Tokyo Imperial Palace

Historic imperial palace serving as the main residence of the Emperor of Japan, featuring traditional Japanese architecture and notable gardens.

Osaka Castle

Meiji Shrine

Historic Shinto shrine dedicated to Emperor Meiji and Empress Shōken featuring traditional Japanese architecture and a large forested area.

Asakusa Shrine

Also called Sanja-sama, after the three fishermen it is dedicated to, this shrine enjoys lasting popularity among the tourists and locals…

Shinkyo Bridge

One of the most beautiful bridges in the entire country, this bridge is part of the Nikko sanctuary complex, to which it leads.

Byodoin

Byōdō-in is a Buddhist temple in the city of Uji in Kyoto Prefecture, Japan, built in the late Heian period.

Kongobu-ji

Kongōbu-ji is the ecclesiastic head temple of Kōyasan Shingon Buddhism, located on Mount Kōya, Wakayama Prefecture, Japan.

Niutsuhime-jinja Shrine

Supposedly founded before the 9th century, this UNESCO site is one of the oldest shrines in the region.

Tamaki Jinja

Situated near the top of Mt Tamaki, this hidden shrine is well worth the hike for its historical atmosphere, spectacular views of the…