Japanese culture
Japanese kindness leaves a lot to be desired in World Giving Index, but there may be a reason for it.
Does this mean the priest’s purification ritual has placated the beast? Or is it an omen of something else to come?
Our visiting Japanese reporter shares her thoughts on the Spanish capital’s tribute to Japanese culture in its various forms.
Model daughter of former SMAP member gets caught up in controversy involving shoes and kimono.
The only makers of katanuki pieces may have to close their doors forever if the pandemic continues much longer.
Studio Ghibli film has eerie parallels with the story of a child who mysteriously went missing for seven days.
Festival-goers sustain injuries, suffer broken bones at one of the most dangerous festivals in Japan.
Seductive poses criticised for being disrespectful to Japanese culture.
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Survey asks foreign tourists what bothered them in Japan, more than half gave same answer
Japan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo
Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
We deeply regret going into this tunnel on our walk in the mountains of Japan
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Major Japanese hotel chain says reservations via overseas booking sites may not be valid
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