Chiuri’s Pre-Fall offering included nods to traditional kimono shapes and their relationship to the body. She also partnered ...

Here’s how to explore the best of Japan’s capital, from summer festivals and less-visited neighborhoods to day trips to World ...

Japanese eki stamps (station stamps) are a charming feature of Japanese railway culture. Beloved by visitors and oshi-tetsu ...

A $1 rice ball works out at 78p for us Brits. God bless the exchange rate. People will, however, spend money on sushi, like ...

As the economy boomed after the second world war, private bathrooms became increasingly common and the demand for bathhouses ...

As Kyoto's largest wooden building (and one of the ... a budget-friendly destination for your trip to Japan, you're in luck. Higashi Hongan-ji Temple is completely free to enter.

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Maria Grazia Chiuri unveiled her fall 2025 collection in Kyoto, drawing from a floral universe dear to the fashion house's founder. From a golden kimono to a belted jacket, the silhouettes weave ...

With 25 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, Japan is ideal for those who like to explore the historical and environmental aspects of ...

It’s an invaluable opportunity to connect with the community and a fantastic way to dive into Kyoto beyond the usual tourist ...

But Japan has a long and continuous history of wooden architecture ... joints inspired by those traditionally used in Shinto temples and shrines. These joints required exhaustive study, with ...