This chaotic spectacle is one of the Japanese prefecture’s “danjiri matsuri,” or float festivals. Held over a few weeks in October, they’re considered one of the most dangerous events on ...

The structure in question is the Gion-kaku tower built in 1927 by industrialist Kihachiro Okura (1837-1928), who founded Sapporo Beer Co., the predecessor of Sapporo Breweries Ltd., and Okura ...

Sweet Magnolias is set to return for a fourth season in 2025. Filming wrapped up over the summer and is currently wrapping up in post-production. Here’s our updated guide to everything we know about ...

Around three hours from Tokyo via shinkansen, Hokuriku region is the perfect place to go to explore Japan’s food, history and ...