A father and son in Tokyo are continuing the centuries-old tradition of making tsukudani, a preserved Japanese food.

Join National Geographic photographer Jonathan Irish as he explores the natural landscapes, iconic landmarks, and historical ...

Tokyo is amazing, but if you’re visiting Japan, you probably want something that feels uniquely Japanese without the constant hustle. That’s why, as a Japanese travel writer, I always recommend ...

A team of researchers from Japan, China, and Brazil have discovered a new species of pterosaur from the Late Cretaceous of Japan, marking the first time a pterosaur has been named based on body ...

Nara offers a unique journey into Japan’s ancient soul, providing tangible connections to its formative past amid charming, free-roaming deer. It’s an unforgettable destination where history ...

In Japan, an Iceless Lake and an Absent God Sound an Ancient Warning For centuries, residents in central Japan have chronicled a mysterious natural phenomenon in winter.

The Nakasendo road still exists in its entirety - as do dozens of the post towns it weaves between - and can form an epic walking itinerary across central Japan.

A Japanese man who transformed his home into an ancient palace filled with vintage artefacts – such as silver ingots and a throne-like dining chair – to cope with his autism has sparked ...

This study reveals that the genetic background of the Japanese people is far more complex than previously thought.

Japan has a strikingly beautiful geography that has led to most Japanese living within a few key cities.