Hiroshige's vibrant woodcuts capture everyday life, landscapes, and culture during a transformational era in Japan.

A photo exhibit featuring traditional Japanese tattoo art, called "American Irezumi" is coming to San Francisco's Main ...

also known as the Edo Period. The era began as Japan secluded itself for over two centuries, becoming a mystery. Yet during this period of monumental change the country’s culture flourished like ...

Japanese origami is a fascinating art that uses simple sheets of paper to create stunning designs. The craft originated in ...

Since the Japanese anime boom of the past few decades, Akihabara has been a refuge for the otaku — someone who would “go ...

From the preserved Edo-period post towns like Magome ... mountain views—this is the side of Japan many travelers miss. Perfect for those seeking culture, quiet, and beauty far from the crowds ...

The ninth year of the Kansei era of the Edo Period (1603-1867 ... useful perspectives on and insights into contemporary Japan and its culture.

Shikoku has a quiet, but profound presence in Japan's archipelago. It wears its heart on its sleeve, inviting you to explore ...

The samurai rulers of the Edo period in Japan (1615-1868) were catalysts of change as well as being cool looking swordsmen in robes with a code of conduct that makes everyone who has existed since ...

It also wielded enormous influence on Japanese society and culture, becoming required reading at schools across Japan that nurtured samurai warriors during the Edo Period (1603-1867).

Shinichirō Watanabe’s Samurai Champloo blends samurai action, hip-hop culture, and bold storytelling into one unforgettable ...

A look at Japan’s love of packaging, from impeccably crafted cardboard to lacquered works of art.