“It looks like it will die,” Nishibori said of the cherry tree, “but it’s not going to die. The next spring, there will be ...

A look at Japan’s love of packaging, from impeccably crafted cardboard to lacquered works of art.

Maria Grazia Chiuri chose the grounds of Kyoto’s serene Tō-ji Temple to present a Fall 2025 collection which celebrated ...

The kimono is a profound historical and cultural treasure of Japan. But can foreign tourists wear them too, as locals do? Here's everything you need to know.

In the ever-evolving world of mobile personalization, live wallpaper apps have emerged as a dynamic way to breathe life into our smartphone screens. These applications offer users a mesmerizing ...

Kyoto has always drawn travelers in — with its ancient temples, seasonal beauty, and the promise of a slower, more elegant Japan. But something’s shifted. If you visited this past autumn, you may have ...

Apple launches the iPhone 16E in white and black colorways. Usually, iPhones are bundled with color-matching backgrounds, and the new wallpaper is no exception, favoring both colors. The built-in ...

Announced on March 27, the latest Michelin Guide for Kyoto and Osaka is full of rising stars and a historic first. Overall, the two Kansai cities are now home to 27 two-starred restaurants ...

The city assembly of Kyoto passed an ordinance by a majority vote Tuesday to raise its maximum accommodation tax to ¥10,000 ($66) per guest per night. The amount will be the highest among areas ...

According to Instagram account Inside History, the Windows XP wallpaper image was taken in 1996 by photographer Charles O’Rear. It was acquired by Microsoft some time between then and the 2001 ...

From Osaka to Kyoto, we've curated a list of standout events and festivals happening across the Kansai region this April. Food stalls near the South Gate and Ninomaru Palace courtyard serve cherry ...

Discreet, muted tones and an earthy material palette of plaster walls, timber floors and shoji screens retain the quintessential spirit and understated beauty of this classic Japanese residence in the ...