Special Reports
A Discussion on Japan’s Place in the World: ‘Japan Needs to Wake Up’
Japan should take hold of its narrative and wake up to take its place in the world. That […]
Politics & Security
Trump Visit Day 1: First ‘U.S. President’s Cup’ Awarded to Sumo Tournament Winner
Despite the frequency of sumo tournaments, the atmosphere is different for every event, determined by its location and
Special Reports
INTERVIEW | ‘Manyoshu’ Expert Susumu Nakanishi Talks on Reiwa’s Beautiful Spirit
Reiwa, the era name or gengo for the reign of Japan’s new Emperor Naruhito, was taken from Japan’s oldest […]
Travel
[Hidden Wonders of Japan] Dazaifu Ruins: 1300 Years On, Japan’s Western Capital Shines Again
An historical park is being created in an area which in ancient times is thought to have held […]
Special Reports
People on the Street Look Back on Heisei, and Hope for the Future
While Japan is in a celebratory mood amid the era change, JAPAN Forward hit the streets to ask […]
Beginning of a New Era: Naruhito Becomes Emperor of Japan
On the morning of May 1, Crown Prince Naruhito officially ascended the Chrysanthemum Throne and became the Emperor of
Blog
Bloggers Reflect on the Heisei Era
Heisei Emperor Akihito stepped down on Tuesday, April 30, after 30 years on the Chrysanthemum Throne. Before that, he
Special Reports
Japan’s New Era Transition: The Important Moments and Their Meaning
Emperor Akihito and his wife Michiko on April 18 visited the most important shrine in Japan, Ise Jingu, to […]
Special Reports
Japan Enters A New Era: Schedule of Ceremonies
“It is now the choice month of early spring, the weather is fine, the wind is soft. The […]
Special Reports
WATCH: The King’s Singers Perform ‘Kimigayo’ as Teaser for Special Tokyo Concert
As their name eloquently suggests, The King’s Singers, also known as the kings of a cappella, will be […]
Culture
To Understand Japan, You Need to Understand the Emperor System
What significance does the tenno or “emperor” have for Japan and the Japanese people? There is no easy answer [&hellip
Culture
Let’s Enjoy Kabuki! (Language Is Not A Problem)
©Shochiku “There are so many foreigners!” So voiced a staff member at the Kabukiza Theatre. The comment […]