Tech icon Steve Jobs was fascinated by Japanese culture, and was particularly passionate about shin-hanga woodblock prints. Interviews with former colleagues and friends reveal that his lifelong ...

Have you noticed that indigo prints are popping up everywhere? The ancient Japanese tie-dyeing technique of shibori is ...

This study reveals that the genetic background of the Japanese people is far more complex than previously thought.

Ancient Kyoto is so important to understand as a modern ... making for a beautiful flower vase and a means of remembering that trip to Kyoto. Ukio-e are Japanese woodblock prints that were popular ...

The exhibition features 84 artworks and focuses on the “popularisation” of imaginary monsters from the country's folklore.

The following special exhibitions are on view at area museums. For a complete list of all permanent, indefinite and long-term ...

Automatic Seafood chef Adam Evans' new Current Charcoal Grill is the latest addition to Birmingham's Parkside District.

In this article, HIH Princess Takamado delves into the fascinating origins of bird names in Japanese, exploring their ...

Whether you admire the emotional canvases of the Italian Renaissance or get curious about contemporary art installations, art ...

In Japan, that form has three legs, a beak, scaly skin and floor-length hair. Meet Amabie, the 19th century half-fish, half-human that's resurfaced to keep people safe.

An age-old Sicilian sweet, inspired by the martyrdom of St. Agatha, is finding favor with modern pastry chefs.

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