The 'workation' is thought to help increase productivity, reduce the loss of personnel and offer work style diversity. But there are also merits for the regional...
Bande dessinée, or BD for short, in their earliest form, started in the early 1900s when they were published as a part of newspapers and magazines.
A welcoming atmosphere for a diverse group of fans in addition to families where everyone can meet Hello Kitty and their favorite Sanrio characters.
Originally, noren would protect a house from wind, dust, and rain. In the summer months before air-conditioning existed, for instance, you would keep the door open...
Diversity is a starting point, not a goal. As long as we have respect for one another we can discuss our differences, find common ground, and...
While exercising caution during COVID-19, we recommend some spots where you can soak up the sense of appreciation of nature as the spring unfolds.
Setsubun was originally observed in individual homes to invite in good luck for the coming year. This year Tokyo is under a state of emergency, but...
The dreams of student Lee Su-hyon, who died trying to save a Japanese man 20 years ago, are carried on by a scholarship program that has...
On the night of April 1, 1945, the Awa Maru was sunk in the Taiwan Strait by the submarine USS Queenfish. With poor visibility and only...
‘The automobile is Japan’s major manufacturing asset. Having a car that features in an inspiring movie would be ideal,’ said teacher Takai.
This plant-based dining style, along with Zen Buddhism itself, started making its way around Japan in the 12th century, and is still an integral part of...
Zenjidō Yamada is using creativity and talent to illustrate some of these shared experiences, by creating often humorous art that brings a modern spin to the traditional...