From learning to carve woodblocks or make pottery, to observing artisans at work, tourists can help sustain and revive these ...

I wanted to make a point of placing the monsters within the daily life of Tokyo,” says the photographer Tess Ayano, who spent ...

“It looks like it will die,” Nishibori said of the cherry tree, “but it’s not going to die. The next spring, there will be ...

New Delhi, April 12 -- How Japan's Cute Culture Became a Global Power Move | Studio Ghibli, Anime & Soft Power Explained The Studio Ghibli phenomenon has swept across the globe. From Instagram ...

Beyond taking a physical and emotional toll on workers, the country’s work culture has contributed to its demographic crisis. Overwork is often cited as a reason for Japan’s declining birth ...

The festival is a two day celebration of authentic Japanese culture featuring everything delicious cuisine and stunning performances to hand-made crafts and a mini-sake festival. President of the ...

However, there is a difference between appropriating the elements of another culture and "melting into" it. The key is recognition. While full of richness and beautiful nuances, Japan's traditional ...

Of course, wholesale importation of konbini culture would require adjustments for American campus contexts. Japanese convenience stores benefit from dense urban populations, extensive public ...

autumn in Japan is about more than just the striking foliage. At this time of year, festivals, traditions and seasonal dishes sweep the country, making it the perfect opportunity to really embrace ...

As part of the Abu Dhabi Festival 2025, this year’s event brings two days of fun, culture, and sushi for thought, all while celebrating Japan as the Festival’s country of honour. Umm Al Emarat Park ...

Looking for drinking partners or just want to be left alone? In Noge, a Japanese neighbourhood in Yokohama with more than 600 bars and pubs, you can don a wristband and indicate your mood without ...

I'm an American who moved to Tokyo in search of a new beginning. Japan's work culture can be intense, but I've been presented with amazing opportunities in Tokyo. There's so much to love about the ...