Shinto is the native religious tradition of Japan. I think it's easy to see visual signs of it throughout Japan, from the shrines (jinja) to the gates (torii). But what I was interested in finding out ...

For nine years, I lived in Japan, pursuing what I thought was my dream job. I had always been captivated by Japanese culture and learned the language at age 16. Later, I got a master’s degree in ...

Here's a number that might make you put down that second donut: In the United States, around 40 percent of all adults are considered obese. In Japan, the obesity rate is only one-tenth of that. We're ...

Japan’s high life expectancy has captured global attention, with many of its citizens reaching their 100th birthdays and beyond. This longevity stems from a combination of cultural habits, diet, ...

I’ve been using these as reminders and credos to change my mindset and help me zoom out in designing and living my life. “Life is really simple, but we insist on making it complicated.” —Confucius In ...

The Art of Japanese Life Season 1 is a docuseries that follows celebrated British journalist James Cox exploring Japan’s rich artistic and cultural traditions. Focusing on the country’s history, ...