By fighting misinformation about the HPV vaccine to save lives, medical doctor Riko Muranaka has shown the cost and value of defending scientific integrity.
Pio d'Emilia was a foreign correspondent and cultural ambassador for both his native Italy and his adopted country. Endlessly exploring, he was one of a kind.
Finally, after three years, the Sapporo Snow Festival is again drawing in visitors from inside and outside of Japan, albeit with toned-down festivities.
Huis ten Bosch in Nagasaki is Japan's biggest theme park. It recreates the Netherlands in surprisingly real ways. But attracting visitors has not been easy.
Among 2023's predictions, shochu has a couple of things going for it that fit into our troubled times: it's easy to store, easy to mix and...
In sake brewing, temperature is key. Compelled by climate change, Michizakura brewery moved from its home of 143 years to Hokkaido. But others aren't so lucky.
A decommissioned Japanese train built to withstand snowy, icy winters is getting a new lease on life as travel with a feel of luxury in tropical...
When fall comes and cold temperatures set in, a patchwork of brilliant colors is slowly moving from the peak into the valley.
COVID-19 is a fast-mutating virus. Japan is rolling out the new omicron booster shot, but the virus might still be faster.
With more than 500 years of history as part of Okinawa’s unique culture, the liquor Awamori has evolved and found a loyal fan base in and...
Shikoku’s 88 temple-pilgrimage route has been drawing thousands of visitors every year. Since the pandemic the trail has gone quiet.
Pressure is mounting on Japan to relax mask rules and border controls. But with COVID-19 on the rise in the West and Down Under, should it...
