Japan is a fascinating country for a lot of reasons. But chief among them is the fact that well over half the population live in just three metropolitan areas: Tokyo, Osaka and Nagoya. And for a country that is both larger in population...

Although able to appear as a beautiful young woman, the jorōgumo is really a deadly spider monster in disguise. This episode dives into the fascinating world of yōkai and the long history of beautiful women and spiders in Japanese...

Japanese Emperors Family Tree | 1,350 Years Ago to Present

This video explores the cultural significance of buckwheat in both Asian and Western countries. It highlights how buckwheat is used in traditional dishes and festivals in Asia, such as being a key ingredient in soba noodles in Japan....

Sushi is a Japanese dish of fermented or vinegared rice with raw fish or vegetables. Learn how sushi evolved over time and migrated across the world. Then try making a creative sushi roll!

In 1639 Japan closed its borders and cut itself off from the outside world. Foreigners were expelled, Western culture was forbidden, and Entering or leaving Japan was punishable by Death. It would remain that way for over 200 years....

Sushi is a Japanese delicacy made with vinegared rice and various ingredients such as seafood, meat, and vegetables. It originated from a dish called Nari Sushi, where fish was salted and wrapped in fermented rice. Today, sushi is...