Itoya’s farm is one example of “plant factories ... According to the agriculture ministry, the number of plant factories in Japan has risen from 93 in March 2011 to 432 in February 2024.

Prepare to be dazzled by paper in all its glory at the flagship store of Itoya, one of Japan’s most famous stationery companies. It’s definitely a place to linger: there are 12 floors devoted ...

It is a problem most skiers and snowboarders would pay to have. Japan, long revered as a powder Mecca, has faced a chilling reality in recent years: warming winters, diminished snowfall ...

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As Japan sees record-breaking numbers of foreign visitors, regional cities — in addition to major tourist destinations — are grappling with an unexpected surge in travelers. Social media has ...

TOKYO (AP) — Japanese star Shohei Ohtani showed off some prodigious power in his return to the Tokyo Dome on Saturday night. In an exhibition game against the Yomiuri Giants, the three-time MVP ...

Italian cuisine incorporating Japanese ingredients is always a delight, especially at Il Ristorante - Niko Romito at Bvlgari Hotel Tokyo. As the author of Food Sake Tokyo and an expert in Tokyo ...

The Monster Hunter series exploded in popularity globally after years of success in Japan. How did they do it? The incident happened during a public event where the K-pop star hugged 1,000 fans.

Spring has officially arrived, and Japan’s iconic cherry blossoms, or sakura, are beginning to bloom across the country! As of March 21, 2025, the cherry blossom season is about to kick off in many ...

Enter Levi’s, the most famous denim brand in the world. They’ve worked with Japan’s Kaihara Denim Mill to create a modern take on its Blue Tab collection for Autumn/Winter 25. Pricing for jeans starts ...