Asuka-no-Yu Hot Spring Tours

Soak in the natural thermal water and admire the architecture and period décor of the bathhouse that inspired the wonderful drawings of the animated film Spirited Away.

The Meiji and Taisho periods come to life through the translucent antiques in this museum. See how glass cutting can inspire the most unlikely themes.

Overlooking Dogo Onsen, this peaceful Shinto temple comes alive during a New Year festival and observances during which devotees pray for water.

Pay your respects to the Buddha at a revered image, see dozens of stone lanterns and purchase good luck charms at a colorful temple dedicated to love and relationships.

As one of the four haiku masters of Japan, poet Masaoka Shiki was a bright, yet fleeting, light in Japanese literature.

Climb a stone staircase to this striking hilltop temple to browse displays of samurai swords, watch traditional wedding ceremonies and see elegant prayer halls.