Takeuchi Mariko, the photography critic ... since that stereotype only exists abroad; in Japan, geisha are entertainers, not sex workers. The present brings us, for example, the painterly Rinko ...

Everyone goes to Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka. Why not try spots like the bustling port of Yokohama or the serene monasteries of ...

Kyoto authorities announced Tuesday plans to hike lodging taxes, as Japan's ancient capital seeks ... on the way -- is famed for its kimono-clad geisha performers and Buddhist temples.

Before you bust out that selfie stick for the all-important social media shot, you might want to think twice. Not every ...

Kyoto is renowned for its unique geisha culture, and no visit to this vibrant city is complete without a visit to a ...

(Mainichi/Hideyuki Yamada) MORIOKA -- The head of a local geisha supporters' group in this northeastern Japan city has sparked controversy by saying, "After all, it's men who call for geisha.

Dior staged a poetic show at Kyoto’s UNESCO-listed Toji Temple for Fall 2025, drawing on its longstanding connection to local ...

Japanese hot springs—better known as onsens—are prized for their zen experience, with travelers coming from around the world to lounge in natural pools and bliss out. The country is home to ...

TOKYO -- The Japanese government established a new joint operations command Monday to oversee the three branches of the Japan Self-Defense Forces, aiming to ensure readiness and greater ...

Japanese films often take photographers as their protagonists. The popularity of photography here as an art and hobby gives filmmakers a large potential audience for a photographer-centered story ...

A different breed of craftsmanship thrives in the snow-laden valleys of Aizu, Fukushima, Japan. Think thatched ... brand reaffirms its dedication to the photography and filmmaking communities ...