Three years ago, not long after Russia (re-)invaded Ukraine, I wrote: “The effective home arrest of Russia’s (often touring) ...

Nishijinori, the intricate weaving for kimonos that dates back more than a thousand years in Japan's ancient capital of Kyoto ...

Her momotaro and mizu nasu are destined for haute cuisine, but her Touraine plot has broader horticultural lessons to impart ...

For those of us who can’t travel to see them in Japan, we have some beautiful ones right here in Southern California.

The Japanese Garden at the Cleveland Botanical Garden is celebrating 50 years with the "Between Water and Stone" exhibit.

Its two most important buildings – the Honden (Main Sanctuary) and Gonden (Temporary Sanctuary) – are usually off-limits to visitors. Now you can visit both, guided by a Shinto priest. Pay close ...

Japan's second-largest city offers vibrant night views, fun family attractions, exciting entertainment and top dining in ...

From menus that offer hearty, satisfying plates to those built around presentation and theatre, there's something to suit ...

Japanese-inspired homes focus on calm spaces natural elements and clean lines that create a peaceful and balanced living environment.

Yokohama’s Chinatown is the largest in Japan and is surrounded by 10 ornately decorated gates. It’s tempting to get lost in ...

Explore why Japanese small homes are inspiring with smart design, efficient use of space, and a focus on calm and simplicity.

Today's restless metropolis began life as a humble fishing village called Edo ('Mouth of the Estuary'). The city's founding ...