It’s springtime and the season for sakura (cherry blossoms) in Japan again. This time of year I reflect fondly upon the times ...

Is this the maddest of March weekends? Peak bloom is upon us, and everything is popping with cherry blossom pink. Or Crab 5 tees. We’re in the midst of March Madness (here’s the schedules for the ...

Hidden treasures of Japanese drugstores, these beauty brands combine scientific innovation with refined aesthetics. True ...

Japan is home to 27,000 hot springs sources, but overtourism has reduced some of the country’s onsen water supply to a record ...

For Pennsylvania residents, Hershey Gardens represents an accessible escape, a chance to experience world-class horticulture ...

My American family moved from the US to Okinawa and have now lived in Japan for years. Driving, shopping, and parenting here ...

Believe it!” or not, it’s the perfect season to enjoy coffee in the company of some old shinobi friends (and foes).

Hot spring resorts across Japan are facing water shortages as the influx of foreign tourists drives up usage, forcing some onsen to shut down due to inadequate supplies, local authorities said ...

Cheapism pored over the results of a recent Ultimate Spirits Challenge (USC) to help identify favorite brands and bottles. This list has cross-checked judges' picks against specialty blogs and online ...

the National Cherry Blossom Festival brings D.C. to life. This annual event (March 20-April 13) symbolizes the enduring friendship between the U.S. and Japan, as the Yoshino trees were a gift from ...

In Japan, meteorologists carefully track the "sakura front" as it moves northward through the archipelago. These cherry blossom forecast predictions guide travelers visiting Japan in planning ...

What are the best events? How do we get there? What should we do with kids? Where can we see cherry blossoms besides the ...