Although myth indicates that Japan was founded in 660 BCE by Emperor Jimmu, the first clear records concerning Japan are provided by the Chinese almost one thousand years later, in the third century CE. Since its beginnings, Japan has...

As Japan’s capital city and the hub of Japanese business, government, and finance, Tokyo is the number one destination for foreigners relocating to Japan. Japan’s largest city, which became the capital in 1868, is a study in contrasts,...

The Japanese cities of Kyoto, Osaka, and Kobe rank just after Tokyo in popularity, and each is unique in its landscape, local culture, and lifestyle. In traditional Kyoto, the pace of life is less frenetic than in Tokyo, and people tend...

The island of Kyushu claims a long history of trade and interaction with Europe, evident in the numerous churches on the island, and with Korea and China, which has made the locals far more open to foreigners than other Japanese. It’s...

The Japanese see themselves as unique in the world and love to talk about what makes them so. From their perspective, Western culture is taking over, so showing an interest in their customs and traditions is sure to make a good...

Japan consists of eight regions and 47 prefectures or provinces. Each region has its own character, making Japan a country of contrasts. Starting from the northernmost end of the Japanese archipelago, the country’s eight regions are...

Located off the east coast of Asia, Japan consists of four main islands and a chain of several thousand islands that goes from north to south. A little larger than Italy and a little smaller than the state of California, the country is...

Kyoto, the ancient capital of Japan, is a city where tradition and modernity gracefully coexist, offering serene temples, lush gardens, and vibrant cultural festivals. Kyoto captivates with its timeless beauty and deep reverence for...

North Korea’s growing missile and nuclear tests are creating serious tension with the United States, which fears an attack on American cities. The U.S. has tried cyber attacks, missile defense systems, and working with China to stop the...

Climate change is now recognised as the defining threat facing the planet. So why has so little been done to tackle it?

Researchers have discovered a “Godzilla” wasp that deliberately dives underwater to insert parasitic eggs into its prey, according to a research article published in the Journal of Hymenoptera Research

Gion Matsuri is one of Japan's oldest and largest festivals. The celebration happens every year in Kyoto and lasts the whole month of July! Learn about the history and customs of the festival from goryo-e (a purification ritual) to the...

Japan's Hankyu Railway has announced plans to operate the second-generation of the "Kyo-train" from March of next year.

Experience the rich cultural heritage of Kyoto, Japan's former capital. Explore the attractions, from the iconic Golden Pavilion to the enchanting Kiyomizu-dera temple, where you can witness the beauty of nature in spring or autumn....

In this video, Jabzy brings us historical tidbits and unknown facts about the Boshin War

In this video, Jabzy brings us historical tidbits and unknown facts about The Peasant Kingdom