The historical and cultural richness of Japan’s ancient shrines is well-documented, but beneath their hallowed grounds lies a ...

Momijigari” means hunting autumn leaves and people consult forecasts and follow predictions to find the most beautiful ...

A tearoom with one flower and the sound of boiling water can recall the feeling of being deep in nature.” This sensibility is rooted in the concept of shichu no sankyo – dwelling in the mountain ...

Yes — one day is enough to see Nara’s top highlights, including temples, shrines, the deer park, and even some hidden gems ...

I was bewildered that The Tale of Genji had such a hold on me at this particular moment: It is a wild, confounding work that many consider to be the first novel ever written, by a mysterious woman ...

What’s happening Volunteers needed for International Coastal Cleanup: Volusia County residents can participate in the ...

"Definitely avoid this area. Shops are selling the same things, over and over, and very few shops are unique." ...

"Definitely avoid this area. Shops are selling the same things, over and over, and very few shops are unique." ...

Aug. 26 (UPI) --A Japanese city is considering a proposed ordinance that would limit residents to two hours of screen time outside of work or school. Masafumi Koki, mayor of Toyoake in Aichi ...

Scientists believe saltwater could become a reliable source of renewable energy through a process known as osmosis. Japan has now taken a major step in that direction. Earlier this month, Japan ...

A Japanese city will urge all smartphone users to limit screen time to two hours a day outside work or school under a proposed ordinance that includes no penalties. The limit -- which will be ...

A long-vacant plot of land in one of the most industry-heavy parts of Dearborn has been transformed into a pollinator-friendly greenspace as officials look to improve some of the more polluted ...