Hayao Miyazaki crafted powerful female protagonists with real depth, proving why his legacy stands strong, even if he finally ...

That line from Virginia Woolf’s classic Orlando is also the thesis of the latest album by Japanese Breakfast, For Melancholy Brunettes (& Sad Women). Released in March via Dead Oceans, the record ...

From heated toilets to the world's smallest escalator, Japan is known for quirky innovations. But perhaps one of its most ...

I just got back from Tokyo, and it confirmed what I’ve always known: when it comes to fashion, Japanese girls are at least two steps ahead. While Paris is still synonymous with quiet luxury and ...

What are the hallmarks of a resilient, balanced, long-term happiness? Traditional Japanese wisdom offers insights.