Six swords are also on display. While most blades date back to the 12th century or earlier, the sword fittings, such as scabbards and guards, were crafted primarily in the 14th century, a time of ...

Japanese curry rice does not spring to mind as an obvious example, which is a shame because Japanese curry is unique in its approach and appeal. Japanese curry, or “kare” (カレー) in Japanese, is a ...

Ring in the new year with one of Japan’s biggest handcraft festivals! The ‘HandMade In Japan Fes (HMJ)’ will showcase the works of more than 3,000 artists from all across Japan. Wander through markets ...

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Citadelle des Morts in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 has become one of the most popular Zombies maps. Packed with a wealth of wall buys and other unique weaponry to slay the undead, the medieval ...

TOKYO -- Japan welcomed a record 36.87 million tourists in 2024, up 47.1% from the previous year thanks to the weak yen, according to data released Wednesday by the Japan National Tourism ...

However, for the Japanese page alone, it seems they also quietly adjusted the text to remove the word “samurai” from the description of Yasuke. Although Yasuke was a real person associated with ...

A record number of visitors came to Japan in 2024, thanks to surging post-pandemic global tourism and a decline in the yen that’s making the island nation an attractive and affordable destination.

Another factor is the cheap yen, which has plunged against other currencies over the past three years, making everything from a bowl of ramen to a handmade Japanese kitchen knife more affordable.