A small, old castle was found in the mountains of Hyogo Prefecture in March. Researchers found the castle using artificial ...

Ogura can still remember that terrible morning in August, 80 years ago. Her older brother, who later died of cancer from ...

Get off the beaten tourist path in Japan by visiting this stunning island near Hokkaido to enjoy scenic coastal walks and ...

Erin Entrada Kelly, two-time Newbery Medalist and National Book Award finalist, shares the real-life story of Josefina Guerrero from her middle-grade nonfiction book, ‘At ...

Why Mount Fuji Endures As a Powerful Force in Japan Not even crowds and the threat of an eruption can dampen the eternally mysterious volcano ...

Welcome to Smartphone Picture of the Week! Each week, we select and share your best smartphone photos in an online feature ...

Members of the AU books team bring you the pick of their most anticipated reads coming out between July and September 2025.

The hojicha (roasted green tea) is particularly good, with a nutty, toasty flavor that makes it the perfect afternoon pick-me ...

The Japanese government is seeking to provide support for video game production costs and improve working conditions in the anime industry under a five-year plan to further boost the country's ...

Planning your first trip to Japan? These essential travel tips cover everything from etiquette to apps—what to know before ...

Clickable Location Map of Asahikawa Airport on Google Map. General information about Japan where Asahikawa Airport is located in the city of Asahikawa. General information include capital of Japan, ...

Visitors to Takaikamishima, in western Japan, are welcomed by a colorful cast of characters from Japanese manga which far o ...