The Gion Matsuri story crosses many cultural lines. Was Muto-shin really Susanoo-no-Mikoto or a Korean god? And in which country did the Shorai brothers live?
A state funeral for the former prime minister is planned for the autumn, where more dignitaries are expected to arrive in Tokyo.
The former prime minister and senior statesman who brought stability to the nation and built relationships with countries worldwide was shot dead on July 8.
While the investigation is just beginning, we summarize some of the information that we know about the suspect below.
The front pages of Japan’s national newspapers on July 9 make clear just how difficult it is for the nation as it grapples with the aftermath...
A gunman at an election rally in Nara ended the life of the longest-serving and one of the most popular prime ministers in Japanese history.
Shinzo Abe was delivering a speech ahead of the Upper House elections on July 10 when he was shot twice from behind and collapsed on the...
The two-time Japan Golf Tour winner earned $270,000 at the inaugural event in London.
The secret Daijosai ritual remains a mystery, but a new theory has been proposed that links Japan’s oldest traditions to a long cultural corridor through Eurasia.
It’s still difficult to travel around Japan, but cherry blossoms can be enjoyed in many ways!
A young performer brings new technology and vision to the ancient combination of fire and dance, and the ceremonial and performing arts of today’s Japan.
Japanese swords, renowned the world-over, owe their artistry to ancient Emperor Gotoba and the skilled craftsmen he attracted. Crowdfunding now aims to save the art with...