I wanted to make a point of placing the monsters within the daily life of Tokyo,” says the photographer Tess Ayano, who spent ...

The country’s aesthetics and inventions have spread far. It still remains a singular place.

T.A. Morton discusses myth, Taoism, and anonymity in her novel The Coffee Shop Masquerade, set in contemporary Hong Kong.

The Tales games may be less recognizable than other big JRPG titles, but that doesn't mean that they aren't worth playing!

Though initially conceived as a 10-part anime short, the success of the series’ Kickstarter campaigns has allowed ...

Michelle Zauner returns as Japanese Breakfast for the first time in two years with her new album “For Melancholy Brunettes (& ...

(CNN) — Max Verstappen held off the McLaren duo of Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri to win the Japanese Grand Prix in brilliant style on Sunday. The Dutchman’s coolness under pressure to fend ...

Often, they are inspired by a racing dad or older brother, but eye-catching Japanese rookie star Ai Ogura had an unusual inspiration: his big sister, Karen. “Well, my sister started earlier than me.

Studio Ghibli, co-founded by Hayao Miyazaki, is celebrated for its breathtaking animation and impactful storytelling. Popular ...

(CNN) — A popular Japanese restaurant chain has closed nearly all of its 2,000 stores for cleaning this week, after a rat and a bug were found in its food. Sukiya, the country’s largest chain ...

Ghibli’s early works drew inspiration from Japanese folklore, blending magical realism with human stories that resonated across cultures. Artistic philosophy and signature style Ghibli’s ...

The magical realism effortlessly blends the familiar with the fantastical. Rooted in Japanese folklore and mythology, Ghibli’s magic feels both timeless and intimate. Ghibli’s art style blends ...