Are these normal Japanese things weird to you? Here are the 10 things that might surprise you when you visit Japan for the first time.

If you live overseas and find yourself captivated by the intrigue of Japan, you’re certainly not alone. But sometimes what you think you know about Japan might not match up with reality!

There are plenty of J-pop songs with cherry tree, or 'sakura,' in the title. Here are four new entries from 2016 alone!

Cherry blossom viewing parties aren't just an excuse to get drunk in a public place, but a traditional practice of celebrating the coming of spring that has become an important part of Japanese custom.

Beyond having great storylines that immerse you in their world, many manga have a great sense of style that comes out from the author's background.

'Dokusha moderu,' which literally means 'reader model,' refers to an amateur fashion model who serves as a representative of the readers of a particular fashion magazine. In Japan, these models are often more popular than their runway counterparts!

Famed makeup artist Yuzuko wants to share the secrets of the latest Japanese teen makeup trends!

You can look cute all year round, but there are seasonal bonus cute points from fashion that creates 'moe.' How do you maintain the look when the temperature drops?