Four traditional Japanese paintings on sliding doors owned by an old family in this northern Japan town have been paired with ...

Samurai armor or Yoroi is more than just a suit of protective gear it is a cultural artifact that reflects the values ...

Rosina Buckland’s book dispels the whitewashed argument that Meiji-era art resulted from foreign influences that watered down local forms.

Despite its shiny red exoskeleton and reputation as a bug of the sea, the lobster — though far from the world’s strangest delicacy — has long reigned as ...

Japan's government and people are celebrating the record-breaking success of the period drama 'Shogun' at the Emmy Awards.

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Colorful, modern, and dynamic, Harajuku fashion is the reflection of Japan’s latest trends! But how did Harajuku fashion come ...

In conversation with her father, Ella, a high school senior, referred to Picasso as a “medieval” artist. Her father said ...

The armor of the samurai, or Yoroi, is much more than a protective garment; it is a symbol of Japan’s warrior culture, a ...

An elegant national costume that defines Japanese culture, the kimono epitomises craftsmanship and tradition. Meaning“the ...

The University of Wyoming Art Museum will celebrate the opening of its fall exhibitions with a free public reception Friday, Sept. 20, from 5-8 p.m.

Takizawa: "When I hear 'the underground world', what comes to mind is an old sci-fi movie on Earth, where underground there ...