On his birthday, Emperor Naruhito's thoughts and prayers were with the people who suffered during the Noto Peninsula earthquake.
From film studios to shrines, Osamu Funao spent three years photographing around 400 surviving structures of Japanese architecture from the occupation of China.
Naked festivals are adapting to the modern era, including the Konomiya Hadaka Matsuri, where women participated for the first time in its 1,200-year history.
Indulge in Japan's finest catch at Tokyo's seafood extravaganza with two top picks: the Maple Salmon rice bowl and the Jobanmono rice bowl with eight toppings.
There is a recent trend of manga fans not only visiting, but moving to towns in their favorite stories, becoming part of the local communities and...
900 years of Buddhist history at Chuson-ji comes alive in this must-see exhibition with its cutting-edge visual technology, on through April 14.
"Every cat in the world has their own story, destined to share love with humans and be loved in return" — Hiro Arikawa, author of "The...
Renowned as "swimming gems" for their vibrant hues, the best ornamental carp (nishikigoi or koi), can fetch more than ¥100 million (around $674,000) each.
The Royal Express will make a total of six three-night trips until March, featuring live music, course meals, and breathtaking views of Shikoku.