A traditional Japanese sewing technique called sashiko, taught to victims of a 2011 disaster, has sparked a business creating distinctive footwear.

Luxurious rail cars offer countryside views with a range of cultural itineraries and budgets.

Mining can be dangerous, exploitative and harmful to the environment. Chie Murakami’s organization is aiming to change that by raising awareness and addressing the needs...

A confectioner in Kyoto creates her own recipes for the sweets known as wagashi.

Three watchmakers who met as students now work together to fix and renovate timepieces.