The SDR is an international reserve asset created by the IMF to supplement the official reserves of its member countries. The SDR is not a currency. It is a potential claim on the freely usable ...

Benesse signaled its commitment to the region in 2016, when it moved its ¥3 million Benesse Prize from its home at the Venice ...

After Commodore Matthew Perry visited Japan and cajoled the Tokugawa Shogunate to establish commercial and diplomatic ...

A new exhibition from the National Gallery of Victoria brings together over 70 fabulous garments of exquisite craftsmanship.

A gory set of manuals, one dating to the 17th century, advised Japanese warriors in the secret ways of seppuku.

On the rural islands of Nagasaki, a handful of believers practice a version of Christianity that has direct links to a time ...

Wagashi, traditional Japanese sweets, are more than just delightful treats; they are a portal into Japan’s illustrious past.

Explore the ultimate Japanese BBQ guide—grill tips, binchotan charcoal, traditional foods, and unique recipes for your next ...