Japanese culture is part of the attraction for travellers, but at times it can feel like there’s a lot to learn — here’s how ...

A non-Japanese-speaking first-time visitor used Apple’s new in-ear translation feature to connect with locals at bars, sushi classes and even a fire ritual.

Around the world, Japanese people are seen as kind, quiet, and above all, polite. While that’s true in many cases, especially when it comes to being served by those working in the customer service ...

Heavy rain can damage roofs, so outside the entrance, amadoi gutters carry rainfall off the eaves and down the decorative kusaridoi, or “rain chain.” Shōji are lighter than fusuma, with paper affixed ...

The traditional Japanese diet is a whole-foods-based diet rich in fish, seafood, and plant-based foods with minimal amounts of animal protein, added sugars, and fat. It’s based on traditional Japanese ...

The Shift Toward Modular and Ergonomic Kitchen Design The international landscape for Japanese dining is undergoing a transition from traditional, labor-intensive setups to “Modular Culinary ...

A record number of Japanese nationals are living abroad as permanent residents, now exceeding the half-million mark, according to the Foreign Ministry's latest survey. The accumulated total of people ...

Workers at a Wakayama zoo are dressing up as pandas to give visitors a premium experience after China took back the animals ...

Japanese water therapy involves drinking several glasses of room-temperature water every morning when you first wake up. Online, it’s claimed that this practice can treat a host of problems, spanning ...