Moving slowly eastward, the typhoon has already caused six deaths and more than 100 people were estimated to be injured, with rainfall expected to continue.
The videos show Nara's deer being kicked, slapped, or straddled, prompting the prefectural police to initiate emergency patrols to raise awareness of the rules.
Sheila Cliffe explores Asian weaving in Indonesia and Uzbekistan, their links to Japan, and how respectful cultural exchanges lead to exciting innovations.
Kasugayama, the stunning primeval forest and UNESCO World Heritage Site in Nara, is seeking a better balance with its deer that are spoiling the forest cycle.
Newlyweds from Melbourne share their top moments from the last leg of their 16-day winter honeymoon, exploring Nara, Hakone, and Tokyo.
Cities are devising strategies to overcome the language barrier, a major impediment to raising awareness of varying smoking regulations across Japan.
Despite facing many trials since it was built in 730, the Five-Story Pagoda at Kohfukuji remains a symbol of resilience, carrying people's prayers across time.
Kasugayama, the stunning primeval forest and UNESCO World Heritage Site in Nara, is seeking a better balance with its deer that are spoiling the forest cycle.
Yoshino is famous for its cherry blossoms. But the town has upped its food game with Japanese sweets made with Yoshino kudzu to be enjoyed all...
A steep mountain with deep ravines surrounded by green trees gives birth to a river of life and a faith of gratitude that has resisted the...
Somen Noodles are a perfect summer dish, and as the peak season quietly passes on, manufacturers in Nara are praying for the coming season.
If you feel like riding a dog-faced cable car up to a Crouching Tiger-esque mountain temple, hidden in a Studio Ghibli style village, head to Hozan-ji!
