as these farmhouse’s steeply slanted thatched roofs bear an uncanny resemblance to the clasped hands of a person engaged in solemn prayer. I love the Japanese word "gassho," and I find it ...

A group of well-loved shrines, with branches all across Japan, are affectionately known by the nickname of Tenjin-sama. These shrines are dedicated to the remarkable ninth century politician and ...

The mat’s reputation has spread to operators of hotels and public establishments outfitted with prayer spaces for Muslims. Inori mats are also used in a dedicated room at the Japan Da'wah Center ...

often filled with prayers for health and well-being. Temari, which originated over 1,000 years ago during Japan's Heian ...