Two major themes emerged: the interconnectedness of threats facing Europe and the Indo-Pacific and the importance of defense ...

The Expo 2025 has opened in Osaka with more than 10,000 people singing Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony to celebrate the start of ...

Japanese eki stamps (station stamps) are a charming feature of Japanese railway culture. Beloved by visitors and oshi-tetsu ...

The technical term for the event is “coupling,” but it’s known colloquially as the “Shinkansen kiss.” For Japanese rail fans, it’s a big deal. For foreigners, it is a unique insight into the ...

Katsuo-ji offers visitors two different types of Darumas: the Kachi-Daruma, the classic doll known as “the winning Daruma” ...

It's never been a better time to visit Japan, and it can be an easy trip to plan. Don't stress about dinner reservations, and ...

The head of Japan's junior ruling coalition partner Komeito party is planning to visit China this month, hoping to hand ...

Beginning in the 17th century, the Nakasendo trail connected Kyoto and Edo, now modern-day Tokyo. Along this path, 69 designated post towns operated as resting stations where weary travelers could ...

In Japan, finding a true hidden gem seems harder than ever. In recent years, the cities of Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka have become staples for most international tourists who visit. But the adventurous ...

Walk ancient routes in Japan, get lost in a good book, go hunting for hygge: These itineraries offer the perfect mix of ...

Liam Byrne flew to Tokyo with seven other members of Commons business committee two weeks after industrial action began ...