30, Japanese officials said. Not renewing the contract effectively ends China's import of koi fish from Japan. Fisheries Agency official Satoru Abe, in charge of koi quarantine, said China has not ...

A European twist on furoshiki, Japanese wrapping cloth, is opening up a new world of wrapping as sustainability trends revive the traditional practice. Anna Papai-Vonderviszt, 40, a furoshiki designer ...

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For those looking for a nature motif tattoo, this freehand floral pattern by Shankey is an amazing option. Featuring a minimalistic floral and leafy Bel, this design is more suited for nature-lovers.

The Twilight Samurai won 12 Japanese Academy Awards and was also ... before being nominated for an Academy Award for Best Costume Design, Black and White. The film is available to stream on ...