"It matched all my expectations. It was huge, maybe a bit too huge," Coline Aguirre said about the house she bought in Japan.

TOKYO (AP) — The kimono, that elaborate, delicate wrap-around garment worn by geisha and samurai from centuries back, is getting a vibrant remake, appreciated these days for a virtue that’s more ...

Looking to experience authentic Japanese tradition during your visit? While Kyoto offers timeless beauty, consider Takayama in the Hida region of central Honshu—a lesser-known destination where ...

There’s a word in Japanese, nukumori, that doesn’t just mean warmth. It’s the kind of warmth that rises from a wood-burning hearth, from a steaming onsen, from a bowl of soup placed gently in front of ...

Experiential homestay experiences in English and Spanish where travelers can spend time with a Japanese family after ...

There’s an intangible magic associated with a ryokan stay. The world feels quieter, slower, and more intentional. Few travel experiences feel as singular — or as quietly luxurious. Ryokans, ...

OSAKA, Japan >> Through various collaborative efforts, traditional Japanese crafts such as washi (Japanese paper), textiles and urushi (lacquer) are being incorporated into modern construction. Nara ...

Pokémon may have first arrived in 1996, but at Japan House Los Angeles, artists are merging the beloved franchise with Japanese traditions that stretch back for centuries. Late last month, the gallery ...

Kobudo rejects standardization, rewards efficiency, and prioritizes flexibility, preparing users for any situation. This also explains why kobudo only has demonstrations, not competitions with real ...

TOKYO — The kimono, that elaborate, delicate wrap-around garment worn by geisha and samurai from centuries back, is getting a vibrant remake, appreciated these days for a virtue that’s more relevant ...