Because of the shrinking population and internal migration, Japan has millions of unoccupied houses in rural areas. But thanks to the low prices and the lack of restrictions on foreigners ...

Writer Hannah Kirshner first moved to Yamanaka Onsen to better understand its craft culture. Almost 10 years later, she’s ...

In response to the ongoing challenges posed by Japan’s shrinking population ... a new initiative to dispatch corporate personnel to rural areas. The initiative, part of a new regional ...

Many iconic anime set in rural Japan showcase these rural areas and the rich nature, culture, and characters that can be found there. From the misty mountains of Princess Mononoke to the sleepy ...