Discover the enlightening Japanese concepts that have influenced nations and cultures worldwide, including the inspiring ...

“Fundo-shi” (“poop-soil master”) Izawa is something of a celebrity in Japan, publishing books, delivering lectures and ...

Her book "Farewell to Manzanar," which was based on her family's experience at the World War II relocation camp, was widely ...

Kate Winslet’s book recommendations showcase her wide-ranging interests, from classic stories and emotional dramas to ...

"Picky to Pocky no Haiku Ehon: Oshogatsu no Maki," written by Kozaburo Arashiyama and illustrated by Mizumaru Anzai ...

While bookstores are increasingly closing in Japan due to the prevalence of online shopping, some have started to work with ...

Pilgrimages have been part of Japanese culture for over a thousand years. The UNESCO-listed Kumano Kodo is legendary among ...

Born 200 years ago in Japan’s Tohoku region, Kokeshi dolls were crafted by woodcutters during winter downtime. Originally ...

CHENNAI: The air at YMCA Nandanam is heavy on knowledge, bibliosmia, and looks nothing less of an abode for bibliophiles. The ...

It's not even a public holiday in Japan, but Christmas is big business. How did it become such a popular occasion?

Crying in H Mart' author Michelle Zauner's band's 'For Melancholy Brunettes (& sad women)' is due in March. The first single, ...