Snow-covered cherry blossom trees and a castle moat in this northern Japan city are currently lit up in pink in the evenings, ...

Since it's only February, it may be hard to believe that this year’s cherry blossoms are already on the horizon. But there they are, and approaching fast: the Japan Meteorological Corporation ...

Fans of the Japanese pop culture are finding connection and love through a common interest. Bookstore owners say the trend has had staying power, and more people are taking Japanese language classes.

Cherry blossom season is well and truly upon us, so make a beeline for these destinations to see beautiful blossoms in the ...

Translated by The Asahi Shimbun from the website of Anime Anime Japan Ltd. The first key visual from director Mamoru Oshii's latest TV series "Vlad Love" has been unveiled. Oshii, known for ...

Work-life balance Amid all the chaos related to professional and personal life, it has become harder day by day.

Totoro from Ghibli’s iconic movie My Neighbor Totoro is getting involved in the celebrations for the upcoming sakura season.

Also aimed at promoting the charms of the city, which is the capital of Ehime Prefecture, the Matsuyama Sacred Place Tour website presents a total of 25 locations from anime, movies, TV dramas and ...

From high school crushes to married happiness to romance across worlds - this Valentine's Day, we're thinking of these anime ...

Like many in my generation, I developed an interest in Japanese anime, manga, and games early on. Rather than listen to English translations which contain some liberties and creative interpretation, I ...