The religious connotations of sake are evident at the brewery. The big cedar-leaves ball hanging under the eaves is a symbol ...

A new cookbook by New York City immigrant grandmothers—who are also expert cooks—includes personal stories, cultural customs, ...

Hanako Okada was one of 73 women to win seats at the general election last month, a record number in a Parliament long dominated by men.

What kind of relationship did Japanese people and animals have during the early modern Edo period (1603–1868)? An exhibition ...

Both LDP and CDPJ have turned to the Democratic Party for the People (DPFP) and Japan Innovation Party (Ishin) for support. DPFP increased its parliamentary seats from seven to 21, while Ishin ...

Planning to visit Japan this autumn for captivating fall foliage? Get ready for a visual feast! As famous as cherry blossoms, Japan's autumn season paints landscapes with breathtaking hues. From ...

Its population now has the highest percentage of people aged 65 and over in the world. The population of Japan is steadily decreasing, with people aged 65 and over now at a record high number of ...

Support from smaller parties, such as the Democratic Party for the People (DPP) or the Japan Innovation Party (JIP), which won 28 and 38 seats respectively, could now be key for the LDP.

A village in Japan has become so quiet that the people there make puppets to give the facade of a lively and youthful community. Ichinono, in southern Japan, has a population of just 60 people ...

but the lower house’s decision takes precedence if the two bodies choose different people. Japan appears set for a weak government either way, an outcome that may complicate the outlook for the ...

The small population of a village in Japan is now "outnumbered by puppets" - after using life-like mannequins to replace those who have left the area. Fewer than 60 people live in the southern ...