Kochi residents have a reputation for enjoying a drink or two.

There's an annual festival held in the Japanese prefecture of Kochi that culminates with a competition to see who can drink sake the fastest. Men get given 1.8 litres of sake in a big cup and ...

Dating key tectonic events in Japan's geological history has long been often challenging due to poor microfossil preservation ...

A western Japan city has begun offering overnight stays at Fukuyama Castle, a site dating back 400 years, as regional economies seek ways to attract wealthy visitors amid the country's tourism boom.

The International Council on Monuments and Sites (ICOMOS), an advisory body to UNESCO’s World Heritage Committee, has supported Japan’s nomination strategy that emphasizes the castle’s role ...

Standing proudly in Budapest, Buda Castle is a symbol of Hungarian heritage. The majestic palace complex houses museums and offers stunning views of the Danube River. Japan’s largest and most ...