Tsuneo Watanabe, the powerful head of Japan's largest newspaper who helped shape the country's postwar politics, has died, ...

From colorful lantern floats to sky-shattering firework displays, Tohoku’s range of festivities is absolutely unmatched.

A string of traditionally popular places, the ‘Golden Route’ has long been a favorite for Japan’s visitors – but now it’s ...

An American tourist faces legal consequences for allegedly defacing Tokyo’s iconic Meiji Shrine. Discover how this act highlights global challenges in balancing tourism with cultural preservation.

When customers began asking Sae Asaoka to remake their jewelry, her new brand, called Sitate, was born. The word means ...

In 2017, a samurai sword was found along with other knives in a Tokyo shrine after an attack that left three people dead.

Trending on NextShark: Chinese man claims he defaced Tokyo shrine over Fukushima discharge A video posted on Chinese social media also showed one of the men appearing to urinate on the pillar before ...

Trending on NextShark: Chinese man claims he defaced Tokyo shrine over Fukushima discharge A video posted on Chinese social media also showed one of the men appearing to urinate on the pillar ...

In an answer to their prayers, shrines in Tokyo are increasingly allowing high-rise buildings and apartments to be located on their premises to generate much-needed revenue. However, the ...