Petrified wood is one of the most sought-after materials in the world for both its aesthetic value and its scientific value.

Mongolian sumo wrestler Hoshoryu waves to fans in front of his stable in Tokyo on Jan. 29, 2025, following his promotion to the sport's highest rank of yokozuna, or grand champion.

Tourism, climate goals, and animal rights concerns are sparking a plant-based renaissance in a country famous for sushi and ...

The threats from China and North Korea aren’t going anywhere, Japan is in the midst of a historic arms buildup, and a Japanese company is one of the three big investors in the newly announced ...

Tourism numbers are sky-high in Japan. The country saw record numbers of travelers throughout 2024, and government officials ...

Japan's regional wonders await discovery, offering a tapestry of natural beauty, rich traditions, and heartfelt local connections.

Accor invites travellers to uncover the authentic charm of Japan's lesser-known destinations through enriching stays.

We have encountered a fascinating social media map that illustrates the Greek world through archaeological ... including Manchuria, China, and Japan.

The Japanese government has recommended ancient capitals located in current-day Nara Prefecture as candidates for UNESCO's World Heritage list to be inscribed in 2026. The government is seeking the ...

Drums thundered and priests chanted as sumo's newest grand champion strode onto the public stage Friday in a ceremony to mark his promotion to the ancient Japanese sport's highest rank. Mongolian-born ...

Tokyo (AFP) – Drums thundered and priests chanted as sumo's newest grand champion strode onto the public stage Friday in a ceremony to mark his promotion to the ancient Japanese sport's highest ...

Their discoveries, half a century ago on March 21, sparked a boom in studies of ancient Japanese history. Among the best-known pictures is one of noblewomen called “Asuka Beauties.” ...