An artist in Tokyo is mending ceramics that were broken in the Noto Peninsula Earthquake for free. Using the traditional ...

The first wave of Uzumaki merchandise released back in August 2024 and it featured similar goods that celebrate Japanese culture such as chopsticks sets, fans, and other Kutani ware porcelain ...

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A record number of visitors came to Japan in 2024, thanks to surging post-pandemic global tourism and a decline in the yen that’s making the island nation an attractive and affordable destination.

In Japan, festivals come alive with vibrant energy and delicious smells. Japanese street foods, called yatai, line the streets, tempting passersby with colorful displays and mouthwatering aromas.