Samurai armor with its bold colors intricate patterns and detailed emblems was not only crafted for protection but also rich in symbolism Every element on a suit of armor told a story represented valu ...

In the 16th century, Japan was a country consumed by chaos. During the so-called Sengoku Period, the traditional feudal structure that united the country had shattered, resulting in constant warfare.

At one point in my four-hour preview of Assassin’s Creed Shadows, Yasuke finds himself perched precariously on a pagoda spire. The 250-pound samurai decked out in full warrior gear definitely should ...

OSAKA—An eviction order was carried out in Osaka’s Kamagasaki district, the largest town for day laborers in Japan ... which had been a “symbol of Kamagasaki” in Osaka’s Nishinari ...

A weekly ranking of the most popular songs in Japan combining physical and digital sales, audio streams, radio airplay, YouTube and GYAO! video views and karaoke data, compiled by Billboard Japan.

Japanese actor Hiroyuki Sanada ... Sawai won the award for her portrayal of Toda Mariko, an interpreter in Toranaga's samurai clan for an out-of-place English navigator. "Thank you to the voters ...

creating a striking contrast against the black board fences of the samurai residences. See more top cherry blossom spots in Akita here. ・Miharu Takizakura (Fukushima): A national natural treasure, ...

Japanese curry rice does not spring to mind as an obvious example, which is a shame because Japanese curry is unique in its approach and appeal. Japanese curry, or “kare” (カレー) in Japanese, is a ...