Social media has turned traditional Japanese matcha into a commercial trend, though its roots lie in Zen Buddhism. A scholar ...

Shibui is not about minimalism, luxury, or restraint for the sake of rules—it is a way of understanding why some things feel ...

Japanese convenience stores (Konbini) are distinctive from American convenience stores. The difference comes from the ...

Japan, a country of ancient traditions and cutting-edge modernity, might not be the first place that comes to mind when considering Black culture. Yet, within the bustling streets of Tokyo, the serene ...

Its Techniques and People Recognized Worldwide January 7, 2026 (Japan) -- On December 6, 2025, one year had passed ...

Japan is a fascinating country with a unique mix of modern innovations and ancient traditions. It has one eye fixed on the future, while the other one looks deeply into the past. While the gleaming ...

The 21st annual Maui Matsuri will return to the University of Hawaii Maui College after four years, featuring cultural entertainment, saimin and natto eating contests and keiki activities. This year’s ...

The annual Japanese Festival, which calls itself “one of the oldest and largest festivals of its kind,” will return to the Missouri Botanical Garden this weekend. The family-friendly festival takes ...

The Opening Ceremony of the 2020 Tokyo Olympics featured some of the oldest traditions in Japanese culture, as well as some of the newest. The moving presentation welcomed the Parade of Nations with ...

Japanese students on a newly-resumed high school exchange program in Palm Beach County have spoken of their concerns for Japanese victims as tremors continue to hit their home country following a ...

Converse Japan often shakes up the iconic style of the original Converse shoes by incorporating traditional Japanese designs or collaborations with popular franchises. This season is no different with ...