The Japan-set historical series "Shogun" has won a record number of prizes at the 76th Emmy Awards in the US, including best drama and best actor. (NHK)
A scorching late summer heatwave gripped Tokyo over the long weekend, coinciding with the Asakusa Samba Carnival, where dancers twirled through intense heat.
The third Godzilla official shop in Japan has opened in Daimaru Umeda, Osaka, specializing in merchandise from the popular tokusatsu series.
Rogama Steak Arcanum is a hidden gem in the heart of Shibuya's Love Hotel District. Tucked into the backstreets of one of Tokyo’s most highly trafficked areas is a high-end steak restaurant specializing in kiln-roasted dishes, mainly those using Tamura Wagyu from Tajima Beef Cattle, some of Japan’s finest. (Japan by Food)
Japanese government data show the number of senior citizens in the country and the size of its elderly working population have both hit all-time highs. (NHK)
A Japanese festival was held in Jakarta on September 14th to provide participants with an opportunity to experience and deepen their understanding of Japanese culture.
A man arrested for disruptive behavior on a Shinkansen train claims he was arrested for giving a speech.
In this video, I meet with Yuyama Shinya, a former Yakuza gang boss who spent over eight years behind bars in Japan. Yuyama shares his experiences as a high-ranking member of the notorious Japanese mob, having been arrested 11 times before leaving the Yakuza in 2012. (Go With Ali)
Welcome to Fukuoka, the vibrant gateway to Kyushu and the final stop on our Japan adventure! Join us as we explore this city’s unique mix of laid-back charm, rich history, and incredible food. (2Passports 1Dream)
We have traveled to many rivers throughout Japan, and the Atera Valley is by far the most beautiful of all the rivers I can take my otters to. (Aty)
This is typical work day in Japan for construction work who operates an Excavator construction vehicle. This is her work hours in Japan as well as her morning routine and after work schedule. (Paolo fromTOKYO)
Japan, an island nation steeped in history and tradition, continues to mesmerize the world with its seamless blend of ancient culture and cutting-edge innovation.
Crowds of people crammed the streets of Kishiwada in Osaka Prefecture, western Japan, to see a festival featuring massive carts being pulled through the streets at breakneck speed. (NHK)
There are approximately 2 million visually impaired individuals in Japan and 300 million worldwide. Due to their impaired vision, going out often comes with the risk of accidents. In response to this issue, Honda's first startup Asirase, led by CEO Chino, developed a navigation device called 'Ashirase' to assist visually impaired individuals in walking safely.
In this video I am honored to be joined once again by author and professor Thomas Conlan of Princeton University. It is here we will discuss his new samurai sourcebook which dives deep into many translated texts across the eras of premodern Japan! (The Shogunate)
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government has announced plans to construct a 150-meter-high, 250-meter-wide fountain in Odaiba Seaside Park, inspired by the Somei Yoshino, the city's official flower.
This time I’m traveling to Kitasenju, a hidden gem of Tokyo that’s just a 5 minutes train ride from Asakusa. (Unique Japan Travel / 日常に旅を)
Hayama Shiosai Park (葉山しおさい公園) is a serene coastal park located in Hayama, a town in Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. (Japanese Garden Collection)
A man in his 20s is unconscious after falling from a horse during Yabusame practice at Tsurugaoka Hachimangu in Kamakura.
Japanese food businesses are intensifying their expansion efforts in China, where consumption has stagnated due to rising food prices. We investigate the factors driving these Japanese companies to accelerate their operations in the Chinese market.
Summer holidays, Kumano fireworks, and a cruise around Japan. (ITSUKA JAPAN)
Farmers in Japan's rice-producing regions have started harvesting and shipping this year's crop, helping to ease a nationwide shortage. (NHK)
Starbucks has revamped one of its stores inside a shopping mall to be more welcoming to customers with children, including bench-style seating and wider aisles to make it easier to accommodate strollers, as well as locating next to a children's play area.
Three large male dogs, including a Doberman, that went missing from a yard in Yotsukaido City, Chiba Prefecture, have been found. All three returned to the yard where they were kept.
