The Mainichi Shimbun answers some common questions readers may have about Japan's plan to raise medical service fees.

Rents for premium spaces reached record highs. Osaka’s office market continued to tighten in the second half of 2025, with ...

The Tokyo metropolitan government is strengthening its support for improving accessibility to the arts for people with disabilities. The Japanese capital is offering subsidies to arts organizations th ...

Want to explore more of Asia? Our list of the best places to visit in 2026 will help you plan your travels for the year ahead ...

These most walkable cities in Japan combines top destinations with expert tips and walking tours to enrich your walking experience.

The main ski season in Kansai runs from December through March. Conditions and the overall atmosphere can vary noticeably depending on when you visit, so choosing the right timing can make a big ...

“Memphis Again: 1981-1985, Stuck Inside the Revolution”, an exhibition directed and curated by Christoph Radl from 14 May to 30 July, 2023.

If you love strawberries, Osaka might surprise you. From winter through spring, farms around the Osaka area open their fields for strawberry picking, letting visitors harvest and eat Japanese ...