Culture

Licensed in Silk – a Mixed Nikkei’s Journey in Studying Kimono in Japan

Newly licensed in the wearing of kimono, Rin takes a look back at what drew her closer to the traditional clothing- and to her own heritage.

We all know the striking image of a multi-tiered Japanese pagoda. But what exactly are they? And what are they called in Japanese, anyway?

In 1934, Babe Ruth set off with a team of all-stars to visit faraway Japan. Their goal: hit some homers -- and prevent an all-out-war.

These tattoos, native to the Ryukyuan people, were once banned from being practiced. Now, they're making a comeback.

How one man's journey reflects the struggles of the Uilta people in defining themselves in the wake of Japanese colonization.

Japan's lunar calendar traditionally influences how people select their wedding days. But how many still abide by it?

How Yasukuni Shrine, a shrine to commemorate Japan's fallen soldiers, became a politically-charged breeding ground for controversy.

How did the homes of the gods of Japan's native religion take shape? A look at Shinto architecture - and its outsized influence in Japan.

A long fight by Japan's indigenous Ainu results in a hard-won victory - but much more remains to be done.