From tranquil temples to neon-lit skyscrapers, Japan captivates with its intricate blend of ancient tradition and modern innovation. Most people know Japan for its media entertainment, rich landscapes ...

Onsens have been a part of Japanese culture for centuries, serving as a place for rest and socializing. They were used by ...

Japan is full of surprises - and we’re not just talking about sushi and anime. In this video, we’re counting down 50 insane facts about Japan that sound totally made up… but aren’t. From unbelievable ...

Here's a look at what you need to know about Japan, a country of islands located off the eastern coast of mainland Asia. About Japan:(from the CIA World Fact Book)Area: 377,915 sq km Ethnic groups: ...

Explore 25 unique aspects of Japanese culture, from robot hotels and crazy toilets to KitKats and crowded trains. Discover ...

The Zen philosophy has greatly influenced Japanese tea ceremonies by emphasizing mindfulness and meditation. The participants are encouraged to focus on every single action, from preparing the tea to ...

(Reuters) - Japanese Prime Minister Naoto Kan has made fiscal reform, including a possible sales tax hike, central to his campaign for an election on Sunday in a gamble that voters will swallow a ...

TOKYO (Reuters) - Japanese National Strategy Minister Satoshi Arai, known to be a close aide to Prime Minister Naoto Kan, will take charge of setting a growth strategy and a framework for compiling ...

Japan's population shrank again and aged further in 2014, the latest government statistics show. Here are five facts from the data released by the internal affairs ministry. 1. Japan's population fell ...

Japan’s new prime minister, Shigeru Ishiba, has called a snap election for Oct. 27, saying he wants his administration to face a public vote of confidence “as soon as possible.” Ishiba’s Liberal ...