From Tokyo to Kyoto, award-winning architect learns first-hand how embracing change honors the past and the future ...

At Ancient Origins, we believe that one of the most important fields of knowledge we can pursue as human beings is our beginnings. And while some people may seem content with the story as it stands, ...

The art of 'Hara Hachi Bu' In Japan, there's a centuries-old principle called Hara Hachi Bu, which means "eat until you are 80% full." This practice encourages people to stop eating before they ...

The Japanese government has recommended ancient capitals located in current-day Nara Prefecture as candidates for UNESCO's World Heritage list to be inscribed in 2026. The government is seeking the ...

Drums thundered and priests chanted as sumo's newest grand champion strode onto the public stage Friday in a ceremony to mark his promotion to the ancient Japanese sport's highest rank. Mongolian-born ...

The Museum of the Imperial Collections, Sannomaru Shozokan in Chiyoda Ward, Tokyo, is now filled with art symbolizing longevity and prosperity to celebrate the new year. “Inviting Fortune: Auspicious ...

Japanese artist Tomiyama Taeko (1921–2021) might have remained a lesser-known figure, her work overshadowed by the tumult of colonialism and war that shaped her life. Yet her art — bold ... narrative ...

The Japanese government recommended on Tuesday ancient capitals located in current-day Nara Prefecture, western Japan, as candidates for UNESCO's World Heritage list to be inscribed in 2026. The ...

It is one of the "Ancient Capitals of Asuka and Fujiwara" for which Japan is seeking a UNESCO World Heritage listing. (Kyodo) TOKYO (Kyodo) -- The Japanese government recommended on Tuesday ...

It was like a ritual, something we did every year.” In the past, Sohrai art was simple, featuring circles, flowers, and tribal motifs. Over time, figurative elements inspired by ancient cave paintings ...