Typhoon Lan is set to hit the central island of Honshu, affecting Kobe, Osaka, and Nagoya, among others. Find out about past disruptions and lessons learned.
Anyone can join summer festivals for free, but for foreign visitors and others who want more, local communities are offering premium seats with extra benefits.
A pillar of Japan's now-thriving indie game scene, the BitSummit expo made a full post-pandemic return in Kyoto, attracting a record 23,789 visitors.
The circular system of a workshop in the mountains of Kyoto uses branches and leaves from tree trimming and other local materials to produce essential oils.
Police call for vigilance as Japan witnesses an increase in groping and upskirting incidents, urging bystanders to extend help to potential victims.
The return of tourists to Japan and Asia is prompting local decisions for protecting the fragile environment of native plants and wildlife from overtourism.
"By nature, culture is close to the daily lives of local people," says Doshisha University's Dr Nobuko Kawashima, applauding the Cultural Affairs Agency move.
HOSOO opened its first international showroom in Milan, showing the world that tradition and innovation are complementary forces that give rise to masterpieces.
Why spend money on a camera that's 12 years old when I already have "the best camera on the market?" Actually, there are several reasons.
The heavy snow caused 24-hour traffic backups for tens of kilometers, and some rail passengers were stranded in cold railcars for as long as 10 hours.
As the New Year progresses, many will start planning their travels to see the cherry blossoms in 2023. The Japan Meteorological Corporation has released the first...
Twice a year in spring and autumn the temple opens its doors to the general public. This year, visitors were taking pictures of autumn colors in...