Step into the fascinating realm of geishas. Learn about their cultural significance, the artistry behind their performances, ...

Patina, in Osaka, Japan, opened in 2025 and is now the No. 1 hotel in the world, as voted in our “World’s Best Awards” survey for 2026.

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Police are investigating the death of a 59-year-old construction worker who plunged 11 meters from a platform being built for ...

The JR West QR2-Day Pass offers travelers unlimited rides on non-reserved seats for two consecutive days aboard new rapid services, rapid services and local trains within the free-travel zone of the ...

While Tokyo is home to many outstanding bars, there’s one that, until now, you could only experience in Kyoto. The ancient capital’s renowned Ki No Bi House has teamed up with ...

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Japanese biotech drug aims to reverse tooth loss by regrowing teeth. Here's how TRG-035 works, where trials stand and when it ...

Tooth loss affects billions worldwide. A Kyoto University spinout is testing a drug called TRG-035 that could regrow real ...

As the Spring anime season has reached its conclusion, Netflix is all set for its highly anticipated July calendar. July will ...

Neighborhood cake shops across Japan are facing a crisis as rising costs for ingredients and other goods are apparently ...

Japanese geiko and maiko traditional female entertainers participated in a traditional ritual Monday in Kyoto, western Japan to pray for a good summer of performances. Despite the rain, about 60 ...