ASUNCION (Reuters) - UNESCO recognized Japan's ancient process of sake brewing as an "intangible cultural heritage" on Wednesday, which producers hope will boost global interest in the traditional ...

One of the most important art, design and philosophical movements to come out of Japan is now nearly a hundred years old. It's called Mingei, or folk crafts. It reflects a reaction to modernity and ...

The country’s aesthetics and inventions have spread far. It still remains a singular place. To accompany one of this issue’s stories, T invited three artists to make mascots inspired by The New York ...

A new exhibition at the National Museum of Asian Art showcases the longtime cultural meaning in the practice of chanoyu Nathan Pugh - Freelance Writer The Japanese word for a tea ceremony, chanoyu, ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Zach Schenfisch is a Midwest-based writer who covers golf. Japan is a place where tradition meets innovation. Ancient temples ...

SEOUL, Aug. 13 (Yonhap) -- As South Korea marks the 80th anniversary of its liberation from Japan's colonial rule, culture remains the most enduring bridge between the two nations, even as historical ...

Tucked away in the attic of a Massachusetts home was not one, not two — but 22 pieces of stolen Japanese antiques, including a hand-drawn map, ceramics and portraits of Okinawan kings, some dating ...

As China-Japan diplomatic row ripples into entertainment, over 30 Japanese performances have been abruptly cancelled, leaving ...