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An island where the winds of history still whisper through the mountains, the seas and the swords.
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A Creature of Fallout and Postwar Memory
Hayakawa’s beautiful crafts
An island where the winds of history still whisper through the mountains, the seas and the swords.
Japan’s tourism crackdown comes with real fines. Here’s what to know before visiting
The rundown of the best events in Tokyo this August
Shaped by sailors, whalers, and decades of American rule, these islands ended up with a language found nowhere else in Japan.
See what’s inside and where to pick up a copy
Sitting is rapidly becoming the new smoking
Teeth regeneration drug could be expected by 2030
Places to donate to help those affected by the 2024 Noto Peninsula earthquake
Outdoor enthusiasts advised to be cautious
The lingering presence of COVID-19 in Tokyo
Holy history and miniature trees
From Western tradition to local production
Meet the artisans, farmers, and chefs reviving Minobu through sustainable tourism and traditional culture
From Sacred Temples to Explosive Festivals
Follow haiku master Basho’s footsteps along Soka’s scenic pine-lined promenade, part of the old Nikko Kaido, just outside Tokyo
Historic Streets, Sweet Shops and Edo-Era Charm
How to make tamagoyaki, onigiri, karaage and other Japanese picnic favorites
The best of Okinawa’s regional and traditional food
Our favorite multisensory mocktails, vegan wine and more in Roppongi
The best eats in the city to taste history and tradition
One of Tokyo’s top whiskey experiences
An editor’s review of the Janu Grill, Janu Bar and Janu Lounge.
Conversations with award-winning author Yu Miri and translator Morgan Giles
Liane Wakabayashi’s new memoir ‘The Wagamama Bride’
For Mental Health Awareness Month
When and where did the tradition of hanami originate from?
One of the most anticipated Japanese novels of 2021
The English-langauge debut of two of Kanoko Okamoto’s never-before translated works
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