Every once in a while, Japanese Twitter will break out a hashtag that shows off talented artists, handicraft makers, and cosplayers–as seen with the “A…

Although Typhoon Lan, the second largest tropical cyclone ever recorded, caused extensive flooding and damage over last weekend in Japan, the rain-saturated streets provided a…

Some people go to incredible lengths for the perfect picture, but girls in Japan have been polishing their posing skills for centuries to look their…

Personal diaries are often kept locked and hidden under bed mattresses and pillows, away from the inquisitive eyes of nosy friends and family. But Japanese…