Category: Discover Japan

The Ushiku Daibutsu close to a cherry blossom tree.

Ushiku Daibutsu and Other Great Buddhas of Japan!

The top of the standing Ushiku Daibutsu Buddha is over 100 meters off the ground. Some are centuries old, and others were erected in the 1800s. Let’s look at some amazing Buddha statues across Japan.

A sumi-e painting of a bamboo grove.

Five Beautiful Japanese Paintings to Appreciate!

Japanese paintings are an essential part of art history. They showcase aspects such as historical events, nature, and mythology and are a window into past eras with their styles and sensibilities.