OSAKA, Japan >> Through various collaborative efforts, traditional Japanese crafts such as washi (Japanese paper), textiles and urushi (lacquer) are being incorporated into modern construction. Nara ...

From Europe, the US, and even the Middle East, eager importers of tatami mats now account for a sizable amount of orders ...

I never thought I'd want to live in an old Japanese house. I've always heard they're creaky and cold. However, I was surprised at how nice and cozy they could be inside. More than that, I really ...

TOKYO >> More than 10 years have passed since washoku — Japanese cuisine — was registered as a UNESCO intangible cultural heritage in December 2013. Yet while washoku has gained popularity overseas, ...

New Year's Day is often celebrated with traditional, symbolic foods across the world. Find out what makes this Japanese soup ...

Looking to experience authentic Japanese tradition during your visit? While Kyoto offers timeless beauty, consider Takayama in the Hida region of central Honshu—a lesser-known destination where ...

Something I noticed a long time ago is that posters seem to be more popular among anime fans overseas than in Japan. That’s not because Japanese fans don’t appreciate the artwork of their country’s ...