Archaeologists rediscover Ichijodani, a formidable stronghold that flourished amid medieval Japan’s brutal power struggles ...

Here are some of the biggest things foreigners often get wrong about Japanese culture.

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Trading cards featuring “local heroes,” including a soba-making master and a construction expert, are gaining popularity among children in the town of Kawara in Fukuoka Prefecture. The ...

That is one of the questions the Council for Cultural Affairs is now considering ... the “kunrei” style of romanization when writing Japanese words in English. But the notice also allowed ...

This means more outdoor activities to get some sun — that is if it isn’t ... Drawing from the signature ‘70s disco party culture, Remnant Brewing in Somerville will be hosting an ABBA ...

A system failure on Sunday morning caused the closure of ETC-only lanes at some toll gates on expressways in seven prefectures —Tokyo, Kanagawa, Yamanashi, Shizuoka, Aichi, Gifu and Mie. According to ...

Japan fell to a record low 125th in global gender equality rankings this year, as the country failed to heighten female representation in politics and economic activities. Japan’s ranking among ...

He was even forced to push on the way back to the pit lane just to buy himself some time outside of the car so that his engineers could make some changes to his set-up. At one point, the Frenchman ...

In the bustling urban landscapes of Japan, convenience stores known locally as "konbini"—represent far more than just quick stops for snacks or beverages.