Wim Wenders’ latest film, Perfect Days, shows its protagonist relaxing at a sento bathhouse – one that exists in real life. A ...

Wim Wenders’ latest film, Perfect Days, shows its protagonist relaxing at a sento bathhouse – but did you know it exists in ...

If you're accustomed to the plush comfort of a Western-style bed, the thought of sleeping on the floor might sound ...

There's no escaping the World Cup as football frenzy reaches dizzy heights this weekend. As images of Japan flash across our television screens, you may wonder what it is that makes the Japanese ...

We all recall the futon beds of our youth - small, fold-out beds with thin mattresses that looked far from stylish - but these trending beds are far cry away. These days, Japanese futons are a ...

futons out there. First things first: What is a futon? Originating from Japan, the modern futon is a type of low-seated convertible couch that you can fold or slide out in order to form a bed.

A court on Wednesday sentenced a woman to 10 years in prison for joining her boyfriend in abusing her 6-year-old daughter, ...

Two huge earthquakes 17 years apart robbed Shoichi Miyakoshi first of his wife, and then his home. Now, his temporary ...

Invite Japanese design principles into your home, whether it’s through minimalism, natural materials, functional simplicity, ...

Two huge earthquakes 17 years apart robbed Shoichi Miyakoshi first of his wife, and then his home."She was the only victim in ...