On Ikitsuki and other remote sections of Nagasaki prefecture, Hidden Christians still pray to these disguised objects. They ...

On the rural islands off the coast of Japan, a handful of believers practice a version of Christianity that has direct links ...

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Japan is known for its hot springs; Nagato Yumoto is a lesser-known town to visit for relaxation in the steamy waters.

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The samurai, Japan’s celebrated lineage of warriors, emerged in the Heian period (794-1185), when the rise of their status enabled them to mingle with the refined nobility living in the then ...

AKITA — Weeping cherry trees along a street lined with samurai residences and Someiyoshino trees along a riverbank are in full bloom in Akita prefecture, delighting visitors. Cherry trees in Semboku’s ...

Blue Eye Samurai was one of the biggest surprises on Netflix in 2023, giving animation fans a heartfelt, bloody affair as a young warrior looked to exact revenge on those who had taken so much ...

Step back in time as we visit the historic Samurai Residence District in Kakunodate, Akita. Explore the preserved homes, beautiful gardens, and rich history of the samurai era. #SamuraiResidence # ...