To celebrate National Cat Day in Japan, we zoom in on the lives and furry faces of three cats bringing joy to the workplace in Urasoe...
Two alpacas enjoy their daily walk through the former geisha district, never failing to evoke smiles and curious second glances from amused passersby.
"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...
On Amami Oshima island, Ceylon blue glassy tiger butterflies hibernate together on branches, typically until early March, waiting for warmer temperatures.
Hunters in Gujo, who play a crucial role in protecting farmland, are offering courses to share their hunting techniques and wisdom on coexisting with nature.
A Tokyo institute specializing in aging research has found that elderly people who own a dog have a significantly lower risk of dementia.
A cafe in Hokkaido is a haven for bird watchers and photographers eager to catch a glimpse of the fluff-ball cuteness and cheeky antics of the...
Designing bright, outrageously colored garments, Narutoshi Ishikawa says that wearing kimono is an amplifier for your personality. What does it take to make kimono popular in...
Source: © SocialWire Co., Ltd. If there is one positive thing that is coming out from the current dire situation, it would be the amount of creativity...
To anyone familiar with Japan it should not come as a surprise that mascots, animal-themed products, and services cover most of the cultural landscape....