How Japanese anime draws on religious traditions to explore themes of destiny, sacrifice and the struggle between desire and duty
Mugen Train’ blends Buddhist impermanence, Shinto philosophy and samurai ethics into a lesson on courage and suffering.
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Spring festivals draw tens of thousands of visitors to American bases near Tokyo
Tens of thousands of visitors toured the home of the U.S. 7th Fleet and other U.S. military installations in Japan.
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Station Japan Fiesta band to mark 15th anniversary
Members of the Nairobi-based Congolese band Station Japan Feista are gearing up for a great occasion. Led by Evala Mbuta Msawureji, the popular band will stage a musical extravaganza on March 31 to ...
Planning a spring trip to Japan in 2025? Here’s how to make the most of cherry blossom season
Spring also brings vibrant festivals, from the dazzling Takayama Matsuri to Kyoto’s geisha-led Miyako Odori. Whether you’re ...