Comparing lifespans can be debilitating, but one striking difference is between India and Japan. Where Japan's life ...

In Japan, over 100,000 people vanish every year - not murdered, not kidnapped, but by choice. They walk away from jobs, ...

JUNON was not a trained singer or dancer before trying out for BE:FIRST, but he always had a passion for music. Early ...

Casa de Francisca, arguably the most beautiful bar in São Paulo, is tucked inside a century-old mansion in the city’s ...

It epitomizes the Japanese emphasis on politeness and humility. Whether you are thanking someone for their help or apologizing for an inconvenience, sumimasen is the go-to expression. Its frequent ...

Swede Anton Wormann bought several akiya and renovated them in a Japandi style. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at ...

Paris Syndrome, an acute culture shock, affects travelers whose idealized vision of Paris clashes with reality, leading to ...

The northern Japan region of Iwate faced heavy criticism this week after an online booklet with advice for people looking for ...

A fascinating blend of cultural and historical influences, the Japanese archipelago feels a world apart from Tokyo, Kyoto and ...

Shibuya’s mayor is urging people not to gather for Halloween amid concerns about rowdy behaviour and rising visitor numbers.

Forget Japanese-inspired tiny homes, this one is actually built there, and it boasts a mind-boggling mirrored layout plus ...

It might very well be. Manga has proved to be an influential force across culture as not just art and literature, but also as ...