The Meiji Restoration (1868–1912)  was a transformative period in Japanese history that marked the end of the feudal Tokugawa shogunate...

Japan’s salaryman culture represents a unique and deeply ingrained aspect of its post-war economy and social structure. The term...

Kobe, a vibrant port city nestled between the Rokko Mountains and the Seto Inland Sea, is one of Japan’s most important cultural and...

Mizu-shōbai , often translated as "the water trade," is a term that encompasses Japan’s nightlife and entertainment industries. Rooted in...

Pachinko parlors are a defining feature of Japanese culture, a fascinating blend of gambling, entertainment, and tradition. These...

Japan has undergone dramatic transformations over the past century, owing in large part to the influence of Western culture. From...