Long a symbol of grace, art, and mystery, geisha embody one of the most iconic faces of Japanese culture. But today, this centuries-old tradition is disappearing. Despite the admiration they continue ...

Japan is a country that fascinates many travelers with its unique culture, history, and traditions. One of the most striking aspects of Japanese society is the high level of respect and discipline ...

ASUNCION, Dec 4 (Reuters) - UNESCO recognized Japan's ancient process of sake brewing as an "intangible cultural heritage" on Wednesday, which producers hope will boost global interest in the ...

Sumo is more than a sport in Japan. It’s a sacred tradition, a 1,500-year-old spectacle steeped in Shinto ritual and ceremony. But at its heart lies a long-standing taboo: women are still barred from ...

With a history spanning more than 1,200 years, “hadaka matsuri,” or the naked festival, is Japanese masculinity on full display. Quite literally. Across Japan, in freezing winter, thousands of men ...

BRUTUS and POPEYE English editions are now available at Kinokuniya stores, McNally Jackson SOHO (Prince Street), online at ...

On a bustling evening in Tokyo’s Shinjuku district, a handful of coins left behind by an American tourist creates confusion at a popular izakaya. In a nation where omotenashi – selfless hospitality – ...