These women, called ama - Japanese for women of the sea - are part of a tradition spanning thousands of years. Their diving practice is mentioned in ancient classical literature and there’s a ...

This moody wood-paneled bar near Yotsuya Station in Shunjuku has been a decidedly serious place to listen to jazz since 1967.

Kumiko emerged in the Asuka era between about 600 and 700 C.E. and eschews nails in favor of perfectly cut pieces that notch ...

The world's largest wooden structure has been completed. Aptly named the Grand Ring, it takes the form of a massive circular ...

Oracle Red Bull Racing will honour a Championship-winning partnership with Honda at this week's 2025 Japanese Grand Prix as part of a team takeover in Tokyo and Suzuka. Here is all you need to ...

Chinese automaker BYD is planning to enter Japan's kei car segment with a fully electric vehicle tailored specifically for ...

In Japan, the simple act of walking has long been connected to working toward enlightenment.

In the rest of the world — where Korean restaurants, music and film have transformed popular culture — the discovery of ...

At the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, young Japanese climber Anraku Sorato took home a silver medal in the boulder and lead events with Toby Roberts clinching the vi ...

U.S. President Donald Trump arrives for the presentation of the Commander-in-Chief's Trophy to the U.S. Navy Midshipmen ...

The Japanese take vinegar before meals because of its numerous health benefits, including improved digestion, weight management, blood sugar control, and detoxification. The habit boosts metabolism, ...

Purdue Kendo Club trains with their katanas and helmets thrice a week in the Co-Rec. Their elaborate equipment and distinct ...