With the change in the legal age of adulthood in Japan, even Japanese people are confused about when and how to celebrate this milestone.

In Japan, the second Monday of every January is a public holiday called “ Seijin no Hi ” (“ Coming of Age Day “), where new adults who turn 20 (or 18 in some cities) in the year leading up to 1 April ...

It sounds like the worst Pokémon ever, but it’s actually an important medical breakthrough that will benefit humans.

Popcorn with espresso is the new must-try drink of the year.

Annual survey shows nearly a 70-percent increase in two years for number of Japanese women giving chocolate on Valentine’s Day.

Yes, even in 2026 you can still get arrested if you don’t follow a law originally enacted to keep ex-samurai in line.

Stories in Act Concerning the Criminality of Dueling tag.

Yes, even in 2026 you can still get arrested if you don’t follow a law originally enacted to keep ex-samurai in line.

Stories in Act Concerning Dueling tag.

Yes, even in 2026 you can still get arrested if you don’t follow a law originally enacted to keep ex-samurai in line.

Japanese home-away-from-home hotel rooms reflect the new face of Japan travel.

The Cacao & Strawberry Mousse Frappuccino will be sold in a Tall size only, priced at 717 yen for takeout or 730 yen for dine-in, while the Cacao Mousse Latte will be available in Short through to ...