Sheila Cliffe held her first kimono workshop in the lively art hub of Santa Fe, where she found an audience captivated by the kimono's symbolism and...
They say a picture speaks a thousand words. But when George Nelson came to Japan, he discovered that within a haiku, a few syllables can paint...
Aomori Nebuta Festival, Tohoku's legendary summer event, is finally back with 23 massive floats, lively dance, and plenty of music.
Takeshi Fukunaga discusses Japanese culture beyond predictable tropes and rediscovering his home country after studying film in the United States.
Aged sake holds the potential to uplift the entire sake industry, with 50-year-old sake matured in rare wine barrels fetching over ¥1 million JPY.
From the Omagari Festival to the Lake Suwa Festival, here's what to expect from some of the top fireworks celebrations in Japan this summer.
Beautifully handcrafted paper lanterns will be released onto the Chidorigafuchi moat. The tradition emerged in 1958 to offer solace in the aftermath of the war.
Participants of the Girls' Mikoshi parade at the Tenjin Festival get to showcase their energy and even have a shot at becoming Ms Tenjinbashi.
"The People and Culture of Japan" reveals how much of Japan's past persists in the present, from fireworks and kabuki to the centrality of Tokyo.
If you've experienced the delights of an onsen but have never been to a sento, now could be the perfect time to dive into the deeper...
Zushi City's Fireworks Festival returned with a bang after a four-year hiatus. But why are these magnificent displays a big deal in Japanese culture?
From traditional teas to creative mocktails, Japan offers non-alcoholic drinks for all. Quench your thirst and learn about the culture with these rich flavors.
