Japanese convenience stores (Konbini) are distinctive from American convenience stores. The difference comes from the ...

Never doubt the power of anime, alright? The industry has solidified its powerhouse status in recent years, and anime is bigger than ever in the United States. This means it is easier than ever to ...

A ramen shop in Osaka, Japan, has sparked controversy by implementing a "dual pricing system" that charges different prices ...

KYOTO, Japan — Naomi Hasegawa’s family sells toasted mochi out of a small, cedar-timbered shop next to a rambling old shrine in Kyoto. The family started the business to provide refreshments to weary ...

With original examples routinely commanding seven figures, the Toyota 2000GT is firmly in the realm of unobtanium for most enthusiasts with regular-sized bank accounts. Thankfully, however, a Japanese ...

Now, thanks to the folks at one Japanese company, the iconic headlamp design of the 1970s and 1980s is coming back for 2026.

Steele’s store at 195 South Main St. brings Japanese candy, snacks, drinks and toys to the heart of Longmont. Steele, a fan ...

An exhibition at the Mingei International Museum showcases the artistry of kanban, a genre of handmade sign that rose to prominence during the Edo Period. There were once kanban to represent almost ...