In Japan, it’s customary to start off the new year be going to a Shinto shrine to pray for good fortune in the new year. While many are thought to convey a vague blessing of overall prosperity, some ...

TOKYO - Walking in the quiet neighborhood, you begin to wonder whether you’re in the right place. The building isn’t marked, and the address is gatekept unless you’ve secured a reservation. Inside, a ...

A video shared by Instagram user Saikeerthi Akkineni captured the adorable reactions of locals in Japan to a six-month-old ...

Blending history, romance, and cross-cultural collaboration, Taiwan–Japan series “Love Ends in Bloom” reflects on identity, memory, and shared Asian heritage. “Love Ends in Bloom” began as a ...

In May 2025 Japan welcomed an estimated 3.693 million visitors, marking a surge in global fascination with the country—up 125% (more than double!) compared to a decade ago. Many come for the exquisite ...

Hyderabad’s dining scene recently welcomed a refined Japanese twist as Zega at Sheraton Hyderabad played host to a limited-edition culinary pop-up Zega × Ginkgo. This immersive dining experience ...

Japanese reality fans are preparing for more “rebellious yankiis” after Netflix renewed Badly in Love for a second season. The dating format, which follows a group of delinquent youth as they clash, ...