AP Kitty’s popularity is emblematic of the global craze for cute things. In Japan the phenomenon, known as kawaii, dates back to at least the 17th century, when artists started producing ...

From rap to thrash metal, the experimentation of Final Fantasy 13-2 lends itself to one of the best soundtracks in gaming.

To a 37-year-old company employee in Tokyo, the "cute" Japanese spoken by members of globally popular South Korean BTS during a live performance is part of what initially hooked her. “ ...

In this article, I share my personal experiences navigating Japan’s age obsession as a hafu woman in her late 20s. For ...

Namiko Hirasawa Chen tells us how to serve up canned tuna and mayo, Japanese style. It's hard to miss with onigiri using the ...

For example, you may find products in pastel packaging with cherry blossom motifs in spring. Since they are limited-edition, you should buy them before the season changes. Perfect to include in your ...

Impact Link This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Nic Lim, an author from New Zealand who moved to Japan for four years ... and that was one of the things that prevented us from ...

In the objects of everyday life--the material culture--during the Tokugawa (1600-1868) and Meiji (1868-1912) periods, Susan Hanley finds a compelling explanation for Japan's unique status as the only ...

The early Cyber Monday deals are rolling in, so get a head start on holiday shopping with Wirecutter-approved picks.

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