I never thought I'd want to live in an old Japanese house. I've always heard they're creaky and cold. However, I was surprised at how nice and cozy they could be inside. More than that, I really ...

One person was unaccounted for while 175 others were evacuated as a major fire engulfed a residential area in Japan, the local government said Wednesday. Firefighters were still struggling to ...

We’re longtime fans of the ofuro, or Japanese soaking tub, both for its good looks and promotion of rest and relaxation at the end of the day. Here are 10 in-situ favorites, ranging from traditional ...

Democratic candidate Jordan Wood announced Wednesday that he’s dropping his Maine Senate bid and instead running for retiring Rep. Jared Golden’s (D-Maine) seat in the House. “Last week, Jared Golden ...

TOKYO, January 30, 2024 — Delving into the distinctive features of Japanese houses post-WWII, architect and author Naomi Pollock offers an intriguing exploration. She unveils behind-the-scenes stories ...

The home of Bucks County's world-renowned woodworker George Nakashima is imperiled unless it receives climate-control upgrades of $100,000.

If kaiseki were a piece of music, it would be a symphony. The multicourse Japanese haute cuisine opens with a gentle but lively dish (its sonata movement) to pique the appetite before progressing into ...

Comedian, actor, and writer Roy Wood Jr. has always tackled difficult subject matter with humor, and his most recent comments at the Club Shay Shay podcast proved to be no different. In an extensive ...

[TOKYO] Japan’s major trading houses are facing a prolonged slump in iron ore and coking coal prices as Chinese steel exports flood into Asia and beyond, constraining profits for at least the next six ...

Japan, renowned for its rich culinary heritage, offers breakfast options that are both nutritious and deeply rooted in tradition. The Japanese morning meal is a harmonious blend of flavors and ...