A single stone bears the mark of Japan's unique geology — its quiet presence...
Akiko Shigematsu
Akiko Shigematsu is a journalist in the society and lifestyle section of Sankei Shimbun.
A company in Ibaraki offers Kasama-yaki ceramics in the booming capsule toy market, which...
Is the collectivist spirit a double-edged sword? The documentary offers an in-depth look at...
As low-caffeine coffee slowly takes hold in Japan, a Tokyo café meets demand with...
Weaver Kazuko Sato, recently invited to speak at the British Museum, continues to create,...
As tourists return, so do abandoned suitcases. But one Tokyo hotel is creatively recycling...
Amid a global chef shortage caused by the sushi boom, sushi schools are breaking...
The younger generation is less influenced by gender stereotypes about makeup and skin care...
The Kuramae district in Taito Ward of Tokyo partnered with Asahi Breweries to reduce...
Fandom, called oshikatsu in Japanese, means supporting your idol. You can get the most...
It’s an asset for artists ーand everyone ー to acquire another pivotal skill. You...
In March, six months after launch, Kirin’s Ichiban Shibori Zero Sugar beer surpassed the...
