You’ve probably seen a samurai being depicted in old Japanese TV shows and movies, or read about them in books, and found yourself fascinated about their way of life.

Just north of Tokyo is where you can find Saitama, the ninth smallest prefecture in Japan. Although Saitama is small compared to other prefectures, with a population of just over seven million people, this suburb of Tokyo has a lot to offer.

More than just being one of the 1,600 Buddhist temples in Kyoto, Kanga-an Temple possesses one exceptional attribute – it has a small relaxing bar, hidden behind the grandeur of the beautiful temple façade.

Readers of US-based Condé Nast Traveler ranked Tokyo number one in Readers’ Choice Awards 2019.