My family moved from New Orleans to Okinawa. Public spaces in Japan are design with kids in mind, something I miss now that I ...

Residents of the Japanese island see U.S. bases as a legacy of war and colonialism, but younger generations also worry about ...

Dan Buettner, 64, put a spotlight on the elusive 'Blue Zone' of Okinawa, Japan, where residents are reportedly more likely to ...

Researchers have created a diet plan that reflects the food and lifestyle choices of people who have reached a very old age ...

Creation legends and folk tales swirl like snow and leaves across the protected landscapes of Japan. This selection of four ...

Diet and longevity experts have shared one type of vegetable they say is 'best of the best' for helping you live longer.

These close-knit communities provide opportunities for purposeful living, balanced routines, and strong social connections.

You’ve probably heard of the so-called “blue zones” — five areas in the world that longevity expert Dan Buettner identified ...

Okinawans in Japan, part of a Blue Zone ... Called "Moai" (pronounced as Mo-eye), this is an age-old practice in Okinawa which helps people build deep social connections and provide emotional ...

With the introduction of the solar calendar in modern Japan, Lunar New Year celebrations have lost its place as a major event in Japan. However, even today, there are areas, such as the southern part ...

NAHA—Candidates backed by a Liberal Democratic Party-led force secured a majority in the Okinawa prefectural assembly ... Komeito and Nippon Ishin (Japan Innovation Party), gained four seats ...