A father and son in Tokyo are continuing the centuries-old tradition of making tsukudani, a preserved Japanese food.

In an age of Y2K-inspired loud graphics (think neon chrome, pixel motifs and holograms), a contrasting movement has quietly ...

Interested in traditional desserts from Japan? From classic mochi to elegant, colorful nerikiri, we break down the Japanese sweets you need to try.

A traditional Japanese diet may help stave off dementia, especially among women, according to new research that demonstrates the benefits of eating fish and drinking green tea.

Leading brands are embracing a “less is more” philosophy rooted in Japanese design logic. Rather than competing for attention ...

Unable to get married legally in Japan, LGBTQ couples are celebrating their special bond by donning traditional kimonos and fashionable formal wear for elaborate “photo weddings”. But these ...

A traditional Japanese sewing technique called sashiko, taught to victims of a 2011 disaster, has sparked a business creating distinctive footwear.

If you’ve been looking for unique Japanese graphics, prints, photos or motifs to use in your designs, the National Diet Library’s digital image bank is a great resource for authentic Japanese ...

Traditional Japanese crafts are at risk. Here’s how travelers can help. From learning to carve woodblocks or make pottery, to observing artisans at work, tourists can help sustain and revive ...

Fender Japan has launched the roster for its 2025 Made in Japan Traditional collection, featuring a suite of 1960s-inspired builds that are sure to seduce vintage enthusiasts. As the name suggests ...