Japanese culture is part of the attraction for travellers, but at times it can feel like there’s a lot to learn — here’s how ...

According to esthetician Emma Jinn, “Japanese skin care is all about prevention, consistency, and respecting your skin. No ...

Japanese convenience stores (Konbini) are distinctive from American convenience stores. The difference comes from the ...

The Japanese are known for living a well-structured and disciplined life. Here’s a list of five etiquette practices they ...

Think beyond miso soup. Whether you make your own or use dashi stock powder, this Japanese staple — made with dried kelp and ...

The traditional Japanese diet is a whole-foods-based diet rich in fish, seafood, and plant-based foods with minimal amounts of animal protein, added sugars, and fat. It’s based on traditional Japanese ...

Heavy rain can damage roofs, so outside the entrance, amadoi gutters carry rainfall off the eaves and down the decorative kusaridoi, or “rain chain.” Shōji are lighter than fusuma, with paper affixed ...

The Shift Toward Modular and Ergonomic Kitchen Design The international landscape for Japanese dining is undergoing a transition from traditional, labor-intensive setups to “Modular Culinary ...

For Beijing, scallops have served as a diplomatic pressure point. For Japan’s allies, consuming them is portrayed as an act ...