China is using a ban on the humble mollusk, mostly harvested in Hokkaido, to punish Japan over its apparent willingness to defend Taiwan.

Japanese convenience stores (Konbini) are distinctive from American convenience stores. The difference comes from the business and cultural contexts, but could be transplantable abroad if done right.

Yonaguni, a tiny Japanese island near Taiwan, is getting soldiers, radar and missiles. As China’s dispute with Tokyo escalates, some residents are worried.

For decades, Japanese automakers have set the gold standard for reliability. Vehicles from the Land of the Rising Sun were practically synonymous with durability, frugality, and engineering excellence.

A 32-year-old Japanese woman known as Kano made headlines after marrying an AI partner she created with ChatGPT, turning to artificial intelligence for comfort after her real-life engagement ended.

At the core of Japanese haircare is a philosophy that treats the scalp like skin. Celebrity hairstylist Sky Kim explains, “When the scalp is balanced and cared for, the hair simply follows. Healthy hair is viewed as the result of a healthy scalp, with routines designed to protect the hair fiber and minimize cumulative damage.”

Are Japanese planners like the Hobonichi really better than American planners? Here’s where they differ and why you might want to switch.

Japanese golf legend Masashi “Jumbo” Ozaki, record 94-time Japan Tour winner and former world No. 5, died at 78 after cancer battle.

The traditional Japanese diet is a whole-foods-based diet rich in fish, seafood, and plant-based foods with minimal amounts of animal protein, added sugars, and fat. It’s based on traditional Japanese cuisine, also known as “washoku,” which consists ...

The USD/JPY outlook for 2026 remains structurally bullish, driven by persistent yield differentials, resilient U.S. growth, and cautious Bank of Japan policy. Pullbacks are expected but viewed as temporary within a broader upward trend.