It is now easier to reach Gifu prefecture from Europe with direct flights from Helsinki to Nagoya.View on euronews ...

Ancient traditions and rolling scenery resound in Japan’s Gifu region, now connected to Europe via a new flight, writes ...

At a time when some schools are now introducing gender-neutral school uniforms in consideration of gender and sexual minorities, the company aims to have Buddhist schools use the beads as souvenirs.

Plum trees, also known as Japanese apricots, were first planted at Hanegi Park in the late 1960s, with more added during ...

So, bearing that in mind, here is a list of the most romantic destinations, chosen because of their amorous qualities, and the variety they offer. First on the list is Iceland, the land of ice and ...

Snow, ski, sushi, and a bout of sea-sickness summed up our holiday perfectly - or imperfectly, but it was hands down one of ...

KYOTO—Kanbe Juzu Ten, a long-established manufacturer and wholesaler of Buddhist prayer beads in Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto, has ...

In preparation for starting opening day against the Cubs in Japan, Yamamoto on Thursday will also start against the Cubs in ...

Are you one of 40 million travelers expected to visit Japan soon, but want a place less touristy than Tokyo and Kyoto?

Travelling outside of peak season not only guarantees a cheaper tour, it also means fewer crowds, paving the way for more ...

The number of foreign visitors to Japan in January surged 40.6 percent from a year earlier to a record 3.78 million, as ...