Bamboo groves are considered sacred spaces in Japan, often associated with purity and protection against evil spirits. Many ...

I moved from Europe to Japan for a corporate job. Working here has been filled with surprises about quitting culture, happy ...

Japanese culture is famous for its rich traditions and customs, particularly in the realm of hospitality. The idea of ...

Japanese women report fewer and less severe menopausal symptoms compared to their Western counterparts. This may be due to ...

My American family moved from the US to Okinawa and have now lived in Japan for years. Driving, shopping, and parenting here ...

Japan is growing increasingly exasperated with foreign social media influencers who stage disruptive stunts and brazenly flout local norms, as calls grow louder for tougher action to be taken ...

Similarly, Buddhist goma fire ceremonies involve priests burning wooden sticks in sacred flames to symbolize the eradication of ignorance and desire. Rengoku’s own techniques reflect this duality: His ...

The real Watazumi Shrine, which can be found in Ghost of Tsushima, announced it is banning international and domestic ...

Japan’s official cherry blossom spotters on Monday confirmed the first blooming of the country’s favorite flower, declaring ...