Sam JaffeKumano TaishaA shrine to life, and to the mountains The Kumano Taisha shrine of Nanyo is one of those rare, cultural treasures of historical value...
Sam JaffeOuchi Juku and Tsurugu CastleMy visit to the traditional post town of Ouchi Juku and to Tsurugu Castle during sakura blossom season.
Sam JaffeYamadera and Zao OnsenA visit to the famous mountain temple-complex of Yamadera. Located in Yamagata prefecture, northern Japan.