A hawk flies as Mount Fuji is seen in the background in Zushi, Japan, Friday, Jan. 10, 2025. (AP Photo/) ...

This Nippon.com feature takes a look at aspects of everyday life and society in Japan, digging into the history and culture impacting how people enjoy their days in the contemporary age.

But what I was interested in finding out was what Shinto practices can be found in everyday Japanese life that aren't so visually obvious. To help me answer my curiosity, I asked my local Shinto ...

Tourism numbers are sky high in Japan. The country saw record numbers of travelers throughout 2024, and government officials are hoping to see the numbers double by 2030. But workers are in short ...

This event is held by Japan's oldest public botanical garden, which is situated in Kyoto. 00:26 Here in the ancient capital, plants have always been integral to daily life.