“There are three main kinds of wagasa: the parasol, the rain umbrella ... He was a local government worker at the time and had no notion of how to run a traditional Japanese artisan’s company. However ...

These Japanese garden ideas will inspire you to try this serene style at home – from planting options to tips on outdoor ...

A new exhibition at the National Folk Museum of Korea explores the evolution of commemorative culture and souvenirs ...

Prices range from ¥4,600 to an eye-watering ¥150,000 – premium seats include drinks, live commentary and a buffet lunch ...

Families had the chance to learn and celebrate Asian culture one brushstroke at a time, while decorating their own umbrella ...

A building here whose exterior is reminiscent of an ancient Greek temple houses a wooden structure often seen inside traditional Japanese ･･･ ...

It can take more than a year to make a single razor-sharp katana. In Japan, business is booming for the few remaining smiths ...

It’s often said that Japanese people eat with their eyes, and a traditional meal will often include five colors; it’s believed this magic number guarantees the body a nutritious meal. Traditional ...

World Pasta Day is celebrated on 25 October every year (not that we need a specific day  or reason to eat our favourite ...