INAZAWA, Aichi -- Some 7,980 men in loincloths fiercely jostled to touch the "lucky man" during the recently held Konomiya ...

Men in loincloths rejoice with their hands up in the air as the lucky man enters the Naoiden hall of Konomiya Jinja shrine ...

As peckish deer chase delighted tourists in Japan's temple-dotted Nara Park, a quiet but dedicated team of litter-pickers patrols the stone paths, collecting plastic waste that threatens the animals' ...

Creation legends and folk tales swirl like snow and leaves across the protected landscapes of Japan. This selection of four ...

Coral Expeditions has three 14-night Through the Heart of Japan departures in 2025: October 4, October 18 and November 2.

The Berlin Film Festival, which begins this week, is set for a challenge faced by the entire Western arts industry: how to ...

Publisher Idea Factory International and developers Compile Heart and Sting will release Touhou Spell Carnival for PC via ...

After a record-breaking year for tourist arrivals in 2024, Japan is bracing for another peak in visitors this year. While the travel industry and the national government are enjoying the post-pandemic ...

Men hold up burning torches during a traditional festival dating back about 1,400 years at Kamikura shrine in Shingu in the ...

The most famous attraction is Takachiho Gorge – a deep chasm carved out by several explosions from the nearby Mount Aso, ...

Men hold up burning torches during a traditional festival dating back about 1,400 years at Kamikura shrine in Shingu, ...

Soha Ali Khan and Kunal Khemmu recently shared glimpses of their family vacation in Japan on social media, inspired by their trip. Here are 5 must-do activities for your family trip to Japan.