China is ramping up its military actions and raising tensions in the Nansei Islands. Japan is bolstering its presence in response. Locals are caught in the middle.

Costco's Japanese A5 Wagyu is a coveted cut of beef, but does it really hail from Japan? Knowing Costco, the answer should be obvious.

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Japan’s cherry blossoms, a hallmark of spring, are expected to bloom on schedule this year, with Tokyo’s first flowers ...

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The Japan Meteorological Corporation (JMC) has unveiled its latest forecast for the 2025 cherry detailing blooms across 1,000 ...

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Three experts from China, South Korea, and Taiwan, including restaurant owners and certified liquor specialists, participated in the visit. The tour was organized to promote the traditions and appeal ...

ICHIKIKUSHIKINO, Kagoshima — Liquor experts from abroad visited shochu distilleries in Ichikikushikino, Kagoshima Prefecture, ...

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Japanese swordsmanship – remain deeply embedded, with more dojo (practice halls) for kendo than anywhere else in Japan. In ...