NESTLED in the mountains of Japan’s Gifu prefecture, Higashi Mino remains a well-kept secret – for now. But with Japan’s new ...

Archaeologists rediscover Ichijodani, a formidable stronghold that flourished amid medieval Japan’s brutal power struggles ...

In 2025, let Hiroshima's story of resilience shape your Japan itinerary with this essential guide to the key attractions and ...

Stop by the nearby POJ Studio (Pieces of Japan), for a sublime edit of homewares and a matcha in Maana, the attached boutique ...

(THE CONVERSATION) I have spent years studying and teaching Japanese anime ... while signifying his unwavering spirit. Bushido, the samurai code of honor, underpins Rengoku’s character.

Japan became the first team to qualify for the 2026 World Cup on Thursday as South Korea was held but still inched closer along with a rampant Australia and a dominant Iran. Daichi Kamada and ...

Assassin’s Creed Shadows immerses players in feudal Japan, featuring numerous side quests that enhance the main storyline. These quests delve into character backstories and the game's lore ...

Daichi Kamada settled any nerves with a 14th-minute opener but it was not until Ogawa struck a second nine minutes from time that the Samurai Blue could breathe a little easier. It is also worth ...

Japan became the first team to qualify for the 2026 World Cup after second-half goals from Daichi Kamada and Takefusa Kubo gave them a 2-0 win over Bahrain on Thursday. The runaway Asian Group C ...

He also founded a company called “Last Samurai Japan” in 2024, dealing in high-end art. The use of English in the transactions allowed the company to operate globally, raising suspicions that ...

The word ‘samurai’ evokes the image of a noble warrior in medieval Japan, armed with two types of sword, and bound to a moral code underpinned by the values of honour, loyalty and sacrifice. The word ...

From enjoying a peaceful picnic along the Kamo River to dressing up as a samurai or ninja ... Ryokans are traditional-style Japanese inns that typically offer traditional tatami mat rooms, beautiful ...