The author reflects on the pleasures of "ekiben," lunch boxes sold at train stations, during a ride on a limited express that stops at secluded stations.
The author invites deep soul-searching on Japan's economic and corporate reforms since the 1980s and as appropriate, action mitigating their impact on society.
Despite the prevalence of baths in modern homes, there has been a resurgence of interest in traditional bathhouses, known as "sento" in Japanese.
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...
Welcome to Koenji, a vibrant retro hub in Tokyo. Within its streets lie six unique shops that have revived items from the past for our present...
Fashionistas are discovering trends among second-hand clothes in vintage shops. This Showa Day, take a trip back in time with some iconic fashion items.
Kayokyoku, a music genre blending traditional Japanese music with Western influences, emerged during the Showa era and remains a beloved genre in Japan today.
Meisen kimono are on show now at the Saitama Prefectural Museum, giving visitors a taste of the fabric's uniquely bright, modern and joyous appearance.
As the United Kingdom’s monarch, Elizabeth II had a significant role around the world, including a history of exchange with the Japanese royal family.
“We will not let the deaths of the many people who died because of the war go to waste, but will continue to deepen our understanding...
Top Photo Credit: courtesy of LUCASFILM LTD, Victoria and Albert Museum, and Kimono Times, Akira Times (2017). 2020 is a very important year for...
(UPDATED after the ceremony) The enthronement ceremony for Emperor Naruhito, called Sokuirei-Seiden-no-Gi, took place on Tuesday afternoon, October 22, and was witnessed in person by...