Japanese, especially newcomers to Japan, many of the customs and traditions of New Year may seem hard to understand. New Year or oshogatsu is the most important holiday period in Japan for families ...

The arrangement of bamboo, pine, and rope is supposed to be placed a doorway in late December through Jan. 7 to welcome 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 ...

Japan is a country shaped by seasons and traditions. Each time of year offers a distinct set of experiences that influence ...

A year-end rite that can trace its roots back more than 1,000 years is disappearing as people have less free time, feel less ...

As overtourism strains Japan’s major cities, Gifu Prefecture offers travelers a slower, more intimate way to experience the country’s culture.

LYNNWOOD — Many Japanese-American families visit relatives in Japan during the summer. For those who can’t make the trip, Lynnwood Library volunteer Miho Smith offers a taste of Japan right here in ...

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

Long a symbol of grace, art, and mystery, geisha embody one of the most iconic faces of Japanese culture. But today, this centuries-old tradition is disappearing. Despite the admiration they continue ...

President Dale Carnegie Tokyo, Japan, two-time best selling author of "Japan Sales Mastery" and "Japan Business Mastery" and Master Trainer. Starting something new means we start with a clean slate ...