"Koji" mold, which is key to sake production and is called "the mold of the nation," has been developed in Japan since ...

OKAYA, Japan -- Not long after dawn, Japanese sake brewer Mie Takahashi checks the temperature of the mixture fermenting at ...

The King has spoken about the "battle" to maintain "timeless skills" as he met artists and craftspeople working to keep ...

Japanese cuisine blends tradition and innovation, transforming classic dishes like sushi and ramen into global culinary art that balances simplicity with sophistication.

Ninety percent of paddle-style fans, called uchiwa, are made in the island city of Marugame. Uchiwa, traditional hand-held ...

Dior’s 'Gold House' in Bangkok stands as a remarkable fusion of Parisian luxury and Thai artistry. Situated in the vibrant ...

THE KIMONO, the traditional garment of Japan, gets a new life under the hands of fashion designer Yumi Christina (she drops her last name, Sakamoto, for work). Of both Japanese and Filipino descent, ...

The fashion industry's elite gathered in Hong Kong to celebrate 2024's 10 Asian Designers to Watch—as complied by Fashion ...

Onsen tourism also provides jobs in hotels, ryokan (traditional inns), restaurants, and various service sectors. In Japan’s Shizuoka Prefecture, the Ito city will raise the bathing tax to 300 ...

Omiyage are traditional gifts shared with family, friends, or coworkers. Japanese souvenirs offer many options that capture the essence of their rich history, artistry, and regional specialities. Miso ...

Ms. Yamazaki is a documentary filmmaker. What makes Japanese people distinctively Japanese? For me, the key lies in what we are taught during our elementary school years. Children as young as 6 ...