NANAO, Ishikawa Prefecture—In the guest hall of Seirinji temple here, the dark surface of a large, low table, polished to a shine, reflected the surrounding seasonal garden like an enormous mirror.

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This temple is one of the most important in Japan, so much so that it was the very first place in the country to be recognized by UNESCO in 1993. One of the most famous temples in Japan ...

Encompassing the four prefectures of Ishikawa, Toyama ... Hokuriku's spirituality as one of the two main temples of the Soto Zen Buddhism sect in Japan. Surrounded by 600-year-old cedar trees ...

Each of these temples and shrines offers a unique cultural and spiritual experience. Be sure to pay a visit during your next trip to Japan. Japan is a destination people love for its unique ...