Fenollosa-Weld Collection, 11.4000 Medieval Japan materials: “ Medieval Japan: An Introductory Essay,” by Ethan Segal, Michigan State University “ A Case Study of Medieval Japan Through Art: Samurai ...

A show at the Japan Society focuses on four innovators who created a blueprint for a new society with postcards, scissors, chess sets and instructions.

The bassist first joined Japanese metal icons X Japan in 1992 and played on two albums — 1993's Art of Life and 1996's Dahlia — before the band split up in 1997.

Heath, the bassist of legendary Japanese rock band X Japan, died on Oct. 29 after a battle with colorectal cancer. He was 55 years old.

They have a gripping, exultant 29-minute metallic opus entitled “Art of Life.” Of course they do. And pity the cynic who begrudges them a triumphantly forlorn filigree.

In Japan’s strongly hierarchical culture, naked communal bathing allows people to broach controversial topics and speak openly and honestly about their feelings.

TOKYO -- Japanese people have the lowest satisfaction and expectations for "quality of life" among 30 countries, while just 60% are happy, a global survey has shown.

Every child in Japan is taught to gaman: to patiently persevere in tough times. Is this the way to create an orderly society, or does gaman have a dark side?

TOKYO -- After falling behind countries like the U.S. and China as a fine arts hub, Japan is drawing fresh attention for the opportunities posed by its relatively affordable prices despite strong ...

What will Twitter Japan be called now that the parent company is called X? Yoshiki, leader of the band X Japan, say the name is trademarked. Some suggest "X Nippon" — the Japanese name for Japan.

The documentary "HURRY GO ROUND," commemorating the life and music of the late X Japan guitarist hide, will be released on DVD and Blu-ray on Dec. 5.