Located in central Honshu, Gifu Prefecture is an off-the-beaten-track destination perfect for history buffs, lovers of the ...

“Apparently I am a very important man in this village!” Today, Shirakawa-go is the only place in Japan where yui still exists. But now, it only takes place once every few years, when it is ...

Tradition and ritual are still vital in the daily life of this pacific nation, whether exploring neon-lit metropolises and ...

Tradition and ritual are still vital in the daily life of this pacific nation, whether exploring neon-lit metropolises and ...

Deep within the heart of Gifu Prefecture, you'll discover the fairy-tale-like village of Shirakawa-go. A place where time seems to have paused, this traditional Japanese hamlet has charmed its way to ...

The article explores five enchanting Japanese villages: Shirakawa-go, Takayama, Kiso-Fukushima, Ouchi-juku, and Kurashiki. Known for their traditional architecture, historical significance ...

San Pedro’s Terminal Island was once home to a bustling Japanese-American fishing village. Japanese fishermen brought tuna fishing expertise which in turn revolutionized the canning industry on ...

Japan are set to ditch the traditional Games Village in the 2026 Asiad, announced Tsunekazu Takeda, former president of the ...

TOTSUKAWA, Nara Prefecture--Hanako Kakuta became enchanted with the appeal of Japan’s biggest village, nestled as it ... someone who can guide them, they go all the way to those regions.” ...