Japan
The Little-Known Legend of Jesus in Japan
A mountain hamlet in northern Japan claims Jesus Christ was buried there
January 2013 |
By Franz Lidz
The Great Japan Earthquake of 1923
The powerful quake and ensuing tsunami that struck Yokohama and Tokyo traumatized a nation and unleashed historic consequences
May 2011 |
By Joshua Hammer
A Walk Through Old Japan
An autumn trek along the Kiso Road wends through mist-covered mountains and rustic villages graced by timeless hospitality
October 2010 |
By Thomas Swick
In Kyoto, Feeling Forever Foreign
Travel writer Pico Iyer remains both fascinated and puzzled by the ancient Japanese city
June 2010 |
By Pico Iyer
Finding Serenity on Japan's San-in Coast
Far from bustling Tokyo, tradition can be found in contemplative gardens, quiet inns and old temples
September 2009 |
By Francine Prose
Springs Eternal
In rural Japan, stressed workers and tourists seek geothermal ease
March 2008 |
By Andrew Curry
The Tranquil Zen Garden of Kyoto
With Zen rocks strategically placed in carefully raked white sand, the Ryoan-ji garden evokes peace and beauty
January 2008 |
By Karen Larkins
