Quakes are extremely hard to predict, but in January a government panel marginally increased the probability of a major jolt ...

There’s a secret hiding in Philadelphia that feels like stepping through a portal to Japan, no passport required. Tucked away in Fairmount Park sits Shofuso Japanese Cultural Center, a slice of Kyoto ...

Five paddlers journeyed from Taiwan to Japan’s southern Yonaguni Island in 45 hours. Their efforts provide new insights into prehistoric mariners' tools and techniques ...

Wimbledon's latest of many steps into the modern era involves choosing technology over the human touch to decide whether a ...

Royal train to end 156 years of service as King Charles III seeks to economize US government takes down major North Korean ...

Join National Geographic photographer Jonathan Irish as he explores the natural landscapes, iconic landmarks, and historical ...

A great exchange rate, ChatGPT, and kimono-wearing bros have turned Kyoto into the loveliest tourist trap on earth.

Beneath the serene surface of Kyoto’s temples and shrines lies a deeper story of intentional city planning rooted in ancient philosophies. Designed in the Heian period, the city’s grid layout wasn’t ...

Resident Evil Requiem is headed back to Raccoon City - but why is this place so important? We explore the city's entire ...

Japan is a leader in virtual reality (VR) experiences, with lots of attractions to check out. You can find VR in many places, ...

Experimental archaeologists completed a 45-hour canoe trip from Taiwan to Japan using only Paleolithic equipment.

Lesley Downer's new book, 'The Shortest History of Japan', explores the island nation's story from its ancient roots to modern achievements. Part of the bestselling 'Shortest History' series, it ...