Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The Aokigahara Forest is an infamous destination in Japan. pictured: A foggy Japanese forest with no sunlight and thick trees The ...

Nihon Hidankyo was honored “for its efforts to achieve a world free of nuclear weapons.” It’s a culmination of nearly 70 years of work. The 2024 Nobel Peace Prize has been awarded to Nihon Hidankyo, a ...

The history of the Kimono Dress and the clothing revolution surrounding 19th century Japan. In the 19th century, Japan opened its doors to the world. The Kimono Dress, emblematic of a broader clothing ...

In this episode of Kings and Generals’ History of Japan series, we explore the pivotal moment when Japan first made contact with the West. The arrival of the Portuguese in the 1540s sparked a wave of ...

Japanese Foreign Minister Mamoru Shigemitsu signs the Instrument of Surrender on behalf of the Japanese government, on board USS Missouri (BB-63), Sep. 2, 1945. Credit: Army Signal Corps photographer ...