African-born president of Kyoto Seika University was told his parties sounded fun, but there was a hidden meaning.
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Stance that the sanctity of the sumo ring is tarnished by female presence extends all the way down to elementary school-age kids.
Video of the incident has critics saying sumo’s belief about women’s inherent impurities goes too far.
SoraNews24 goes back to the kitchen to go back in time as we taste-test the first written record of how to make curry in Japan.
Child development expert weighs in on the tricky question, offers a solution from Japan’s samurai-era past.
The Tokyo-area’s much-maligned international air hub is giving us a new reason to actually enjoy going there.
Manners maketh the man. Unless he’s at a convenience store, according to some Japanese social media users as debate over manners erupts.
Participants say that even if a guy were to spend three times as much on a thank-you present, it still wouldn’t be enough.
Organization stresses the importance of keeping artists and publishers in the emotional loop between creators and fans.
While in Japan, you absolutely should visit Hiroshima’s Miyajima island, but while there, you definitely shouldn’t do this.
Locally-sourced ingredients served in dining area decorated with woven bamboo, stonework made with samurai-era techniques.
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The vocaloid virtual idol takes on a traditional form while saying it’s OK not to take a traditional path through life.
Exasperated educator takes workplace survey and is depressed by rationale for forcing students to join after-school programs.
“The truth is that without foreigners, Japanese society cannot function,” says researcher.