With Damian Lane controlling the reins, Win Marilyn becomes the first mare to win the prestigious race at Sha Tin Racecourse since Daryakana in 2009.
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.
The numbers tell the story. Japan National Tourism Organization reports 499,000 foreign visitors in October, an increase of 2.4 times over September.
With round eyes and small round ears, it's easy to understand how many fans from all corners of Japan and beyond come to see these cute-looking...
Halloween celebrations in Japan are entirely unofficial. On the Saturday night before whichever day October 31st falls on, people simply congregate in costume.
Filming an interview with Japan's top ice climber was a challenge for sure, but offered great lessons shared here by action photographer Jason Halayko.
The islands in question have yet to be returned. Similar areas around Japan still exist, and Russian aerial incursions into Japanese airspace still occur.
Take Japan's iconic Mt Fuji and add running athlete Ruy Ueda as he climbs all four paths up and down the mountain in 10 hours for...
The international awards recognize artists in five disciplines of fine and performing arts, and architecture, much like the Nobel Prizes do in the Sciences.
This neighbourhood, northwest of Ueno, in Tokyo’s Taito Ward, is what’s known as a ‘Shitamachi’—or downtown—area, traditionally inhabited by the working class.
It is the season of iris blossoms in Japan. The waning of the pandemic is leading to the return of low-cost floral themed festivals with colorful...
“Young Japanese today feel powerless…I wanted to create something which could fight back against this narrative” - Ryutaro Nakagawa
