Wim Wenders’ latest film, Perfect Days, shows its protagonist relaxing at a sento bathhouse – but did you know it exists in ...

We all recall the futon beds of our youth - small, fold-out beds with thin mattresses that looked far from stylish - but these trending beds are far cry away. These days, Japanese futons are a ...

futons out there. First things first: What is a futon? Originating from Japan, the modern futon is a type of low-seated convertible couch that you can fold or slide out in order to form a bed.

A Japanese court on Wednesday sentenced a 36-year-old woman to 10 years in prison for abuse that resulted in her 6-year-old ...

Two huge earthquakes 17 years apart robbed Shoichi Miyakoshi first of his wife, and then his home."She was the only victim in ...

Insomnia and sleep deprivation are universal experiences. No matter where you live, it's likely you or someone you know has ...

WAJIMA, Japan, Sept 23, 2024 (BSS/AFP) - Two huge earthquakes 17 years apart robbed Shoichi Miyakoshi first of his wife, and ...

Invite Japanese design principles into your home, whether it’s through minimalism, natural materials, functional simplicity, ...

There's no escaping the World Cup as football frenzy reaches dizzy heights this weekend. As images of Japan flash across our television screens, you may wonder what it is that makes the Japanese ...