Participating in an ancient Japanese tradition, sipping from a $25,000 antique bowl and even finding a bit of a 1970s “Austin Powers” vibe. All can be part of the experience at Gallery Okubo ...

This summer, Japan House London opens its doors to a new exhibition centred around pictograms and Japanese design. Building ...

The Japanese New Year's holiday used to last several days; now it's been pared down to three days. New Year's Eve is devoted to kite flying and other fun and games. Jan. 1 and 2 are feast days.

Kyoto is a treasure house of ancient Japanese culture and arts, and in the Autumn its iconic gardens — some dating back five centuries — shine in the soft sunlight, making the city’s temples ...

The Marriage of Zen and Modern Birdwatching The secret lies in what Japanese garden designers have known for centuries: water features that combine movement and tranquility create an irresistible ...

Tea arrived from China in the 9th century, and over the years Japanese aristocrats refined the tea ceremony, also called chado or “the way of tea,” as an elevated way of making and sharing ...

The earthquake and tsunami of March 11, 2011, wiped away the ancient Japanese village of Kesen. In the past decade, a small group of survivors has valiantly tried to rebuild the community, but a ...