J-League referees have begun the new season with instructions to blow their whistles less frequently as part of an effort to ...

Tsunamis can be triggered as secondary disasters following megathrust earthquakes, with their intensity largely dependent on the magnitude of shallow seismic ruptures. Historically, considerable ...

A research team, including Professor Naoto Tomioka of Okayama University of Science, has uncovered new genetic evidence challenging the long-standing "dual-structure model" of Japanese ancestry. By ...

Tokyo, Nagano is a magnet for skiers and snowboarders, but it also has temples, macaque monkeys and a town Hokusai painted in The air is crisp, the snow deep and undisturbed. The Japanese Alps tower ...

Japanese art stands as a testament to the beauty of creativity, blending tradition, innovation, and a profound connection to nature. Spanning millennia, it has changed through distinct periods, each ...

Chef Jeremy Ford’s introduction to Las Vegas came in June 2024 when the World’s 50 Best Restaurants descended upon the city with a series of dinners and events leading up to the awards ceremony. As ...

Hokusai's depictions of Mount Fuji have become emblematic of Japan, with his masterpiece The Great Wave Off Kanagawa now gracing the back of the nation's 1,000 yen note. His prints became a hit in ...

TOKYO, Feb. 3 (Xinhua) -- A strong winter pressure pattern and the season's most intense cold air mass are set to bring heavy snow and strong winds to areas along the Sea of Japan starting Tuesday, ...

Japanese culture offers numerous habits for a balanced lifestyle. By borrowing these simple yet effective habits from Japanese culture, anyone can improve their relationship with food and prevent ...

Update:Rod Wave cancels whole tour, Nashville show won't be rescheduled. Rapper and singer Rod Wave has canceled his Tuesday night show at Nashville's Bridgestone Arena, calling off the concert ...

KYOTO – Japan has set its sights on growing its luxury travel market with parts of the country suffering from overtourism, although the idea of luxury often seems to check the same boxes.

I set out on a 3 ½-week trip to Japan. The timing worked out — the favorable dollar-to-yen exchange rate, mild weather, and vibrant autumn foliage made it a great time to visit. With little ...