Spring is a magical season when nature awakens in vibrant colors, and the world transforms into a paradise of blooming ...

Kyoto, Nara, Osaka, and their neighbors are packed with hidden gems that go beyond castles and shopping streets. Think: quiet ...

One of the most touching tributes to the victims lost in the Kyoto Animation incident is a statue in Japan’s Kyoto Prefecture. Staning ten feet tall, the statue itself consists of thirty-six birds to ...

A death-row inmate's legal team has asked the Osaka High Court to nullify the defendant's withdrawal of his appeal against ...

The Kansai Startup Academia Coalition (KSAC) brings together participants from academia, industry and government to support ...

Japan, a country of rich tradition and cutting-edge modernity, is home to some of the most populous cities in the world. From the industrious metropolis of Tokyo to the cultural heritage of Kyoto, the ...

Shinji Aoba withdraws death sentence appeal in Kyoto Animation Arson case. Tragic arson attack resulted in 36 deaths and ...

KYOTO--Alarmed at decreasing opportunities to wear kimono in modern Japan, dyers specializing in Kyoto-style "yuzen" techniques are turning their attention to a market steeped in traditional dress ...

If you're travelling this new year, these intimate wellness retreats in Japan will help usher in a new era of self-care for starting fresh.