Japanese macaques that live in the mountains can be watched up close at Takasakiyama Natural Zoological Garden in the city of Oita. Three heaters are ･･･ ...

Before Marie Kondo stormed into the global consciousness, Hideko Yamashita taught Japan the art of creating tidier spaces.

The Kumamoto City Tram, which runs on the streets of Kumamoto, is operating an illuminated train. A tram covered in blue lights travels through the ci･･･ ...

With turquoise waters, vibrant marine life, and a laid-back feel, Caye Caulker is perfect for your next beach vacation. These ...

Yen', the NHK series inspired by 'Breaking Bad' & 'Fargo' via a writers development program, is this week's Global Breakout.

Yushima Tenmangu shrine in Tokyo's Bunkyo Ward enshrines Sugawara no Michizane, known as the "god of studies." Before the entrance exam season, it is ･･･ ...

The Association of Japanese Animation has sort of a strange timetable for its annual Anime Industry Report. The full report ...

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Japanese original (Mainichi Shogakusei Shimbun) Easy Japanese news is taken from the Mainichi Shogakusei Shimbun, a newspaper for children. This is perfect material for anyone studying Japanese ...

Japan recently introduced a digital nomad visa that allows tech-savvy, cashed-up workers to stay for up to six months. A ...

While capsule hotels often steal the spotlight for budget travellers in Japan, the unique experience of staying in an internet cafe or “manga kissa” (manga cafe) remains a lesser-known gem. These ...

South Korean media say police have searched the offices of Jeju Air and Muan International Airport as part of their investigation into Sunday's deadly plane crash. The accident killed 179 people.