Do I have to sleep on the floor? Is there only one bathtub for all the guests? What's with all the different slippers? These ...

A tatami mat is a traditional Japanese straw mat that is designed to keep the floor mattress dry and boost its comfort and support. When I tested out the MAXYOYO Japanese floor mattress mat ...

Portuguese woodworking specialist Madeiguincho recently completed a new model that once again showcases the firm's expertise ...

In Japanese culture, mono no aware can be seen in various art forms, such as haiku and traditional Japanese music. It is about appreciating the beauty of fleeting things. Let me share with you the ...

From traditional ryokans and authentic minshukus to luxurious high-rises, explore the best hotels in Japan to find your ...

A new study has revealed the benefits of following a traditional Japanese diet and how it affects the brain. Produced by Griesham Taan The BBC gets access to Michelangelo's 'secret hiding room ...

A group of Japanese scientists thinks it has a viable alternative ... marking a potential shift in space engineering that marries cutting-edge technology with traditional craftsmanship. The satellite, ...

Chashitsu, which is the Japanese term for a teahouse or tea room is a construction specifically designed for holding the Tea Ceremony, a traditional Japanese ritual in which the host prepares and ...

Hoshino Resorts plans to build a traditional Japanese inn or “ryokan,” which are often built around indoor and outdoor mineral water and hot springs, known as “onsen” in Japanese.

At one point the chef expresses shock when another says he’s going to return to traditional Japanese cooking: “You’re not going to leave French cuisine!” And of course, French cuisine as ...