Japanese, especially newcomers to Japan, many of the customs and traditions of New Year may seem hard to understand. New Year or oshogatsu is the most important holiday period in Japan for families ...

Japan reveals a different side of itself with each season, from cherry blossoms and summer festivals to autumn leaves and ...

Time Out Tokyo’s inaugural ‘50 Things to do in Japan’ guide map is now available. Published in partnership with Japanese eyewear brand Owndays, this handy map is a perfect companion for travellers ...

Admission to Japanese universities involves exams such as EJU and JLPT, along with English proficiency and secondary ...

Aichi Model 2030 launches Japan's first smart logistics network using PD6B-Type3 drones with traffic light integration on Sakushima Island.

You’re reading Nina Garcia’s Insider Guide newsletter, exclusively available to ELLE All Access members. This edition was originally published in August 2025. Kyoto is a city where history and beauty ...