In ancient Japan, farmers took a day off to honor the gods under cherry blossoms. This tradition, called Hanami, is rooted in Shinto rituals. Today, millions visit parks to see the ephemeral ...

The global shift toward new automotive technologies can be difficult for companies producing parts that may become obsolete.

Hot springs, or onsens, are everywhere in Japan. Some even come with stunning mountain or seaside views. Then there are the ...

In celebration of its second anniversary in the Asia-Pacific region, Japanese watch brand Grand Seiko has unveiled its ...

Viltrox has announced a new APS-C lens, the 35mm (53mm equiv.) F1.7 'Air' lens, which is available for Sony E-mount, Fujifilm X-mount and Nikon Z-mount. The company says it aimed to make the lens ...

Mount Fuji’s last eruption, which happened on this day in 1707, was also its largest, spewing ash and debris over cities and farms, causing famines, respiratory problems and untold death Eli ...

Sayama Snow Resort, located in Saitama Prefecture near Tokyo, offers a unique indoor skiing experience with 300-meter slopes and two lifts suited for all skill levels. The resort features a variety of ...

Senko Ikenobo, the first female head of the Ikenobo School of Flower Arrangement, named the ship at last week’s ceremony ... “Today, we are pleased to send off the MITSUI OCEAN FUJI, the second cruise ...