I had heard of “kitamaebune” ships on the Sea of Japan that headed north, but little did I know about the importance the ...

The exhibition features 13 artworks by 15 artists from across Europe, with pieces directly incorporating or drawing inspiration from traditional Japanese techniques that focus on making materials last ...

As Japan sees record-breaking numbers of foreign visitors, regional cities — in addition to major tourist destinations — are grappling with an unexpected surge in travelers. Social media has ...