KYOTO--One stone statue of an enlightened Buddhist person here cradles a cat in its arms while another holds a book inscribed ...

The Japan Kanji Aptitude Testing Foundation announced on Dec. 12 that the kanji character for 2024, which expresses the state ...

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“A great destination to visit in your 40s is Sapporo, Japan,” said Lauren Gay, a travel expert and blogger at Outdoorsy Diva.

Explore boreal forests in Japan and subtropical jungles while immersing yourself in its rich spiritual and cultural heritage.

KYOTO--Cultural treasures usually off-limits to the public are unveiled at Buddhist temples, Shinto shrines and other facilities across the ancient capital as part of a fall exhibition. The ...

Find peace in Hirosaki's UNESCO World Heritage temples. Join the crowds at kaleidoscopic festivals ... Choose less-visited ...

The kanji 金, carrying meanings like “gold” and “money,” was selected once again as the Kanji of the Year by popular vote.

Explore a range of subtropical jungles and boreal forests in Japan while immersing yourself in its rich spiritual and ...

You can reach several top attractions, including Nijo Castle, Gion, the Nanzen-ji Temple as well as downtown Kyoto and the Southern Higashiyama district, home to the Kiyomizu-dera Temple and ...