In Japan, silence holds as much weight as words. It indicates a person is thoughtful and considerate, not uncomfortable or ...

Nevertheless, respect for the deceased and the importance of remembrance remain central to Japanese funeral culture. Held the night before the funeral, the wake is a gathering of close family and ...

TOKYO: Japan urged the Taliban government to respect human rights during a rare diplomatic meeting with a senior member of the visiting Afghan delegation, Tokyo said on Wednesday. “Several ...