In ancient Japan, farmers took a day off to honor the gods under cherry blossoms. This tradition, called Hanami, is rooted in Shinto rituals. Today, millions visit parks to see the ephemeral ...

Robai trees — known as winter sweet or Japan allspice — are in full bloom at a garden in Fuchu, western Tokyo.

Why are Japanese grapes so expensive? From specialized care to government subsidies, this video dives deep into the dedication needed to produce Japan’s premium grapes. We follow a farmer in Okayama ...

Among Japan’s largest and most important cities, Osaka is renowned for its history, culinary heritage, and vibrant urban ...

Poems from centuries ago can stand in dialogue with painters speaking to their contemporaries, and calligraphy serves as a ...

Nara's Horyuji Temple is another World Heritage Site. Its central gate, main hall, and five-story pagoda were built around ...

Ad paid and presented by Japan National Tourism Organization. Japan's Setouchi beckons you to wander across its islands, ...

Japan recorded its hottest year this year, with soaring temperatures nationwide. Learn essential tips to stay cool and safe ...

Available for ¥500 (£2.53), ramen lovers can now grab a can of hot, ready-to-eat soy sauce ramen complete with wheat noodles, ...

Seasonal spices to aid home cooking and fermented Japanese rice drinks are among the new products Sankyo Foods is introducing ...

Former Wallabies' coach Dave Rennie has watched his Kobe Steelers side fall to their second defeat in three matches to open the Japan rugby season as they lost 32-26 against Brave Lupus in Tokyo.