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Runners from all corners of the globe come to participate in the Tokyo Marathon in February each year. In 2016, AAJ contributor Jinichi Segawa set out to run the course with camera in hand.

Are you far away from family and your friends too are busy, leaving you on your own this Christmas? No need to succumb to singles' sadness. We've got some helpful advice to help you enjoy the holiday while flying solo.

Every November 15, parents pray for the development and happiness of their 5-year-old boys and 3- and 7-year old daughters.

There are a handful of huge festivals and national traditions that are celebrated all across Japan each year.

Cherry blossom vewing, or 'hanami,' has a long tradition in Japan. Today people head out in droves to picnic beneath the blooming cherry trees, while more than a millennium ago, members of the royal court composed poetry just for cherry blossom viewing!

Established in 1948, Seijin no Hi (Coming of Age Day) is dedicated to those who have reached 20 years of age and are therefore considered adults in Japanese society.

Halloween in Japan has become bigger, but that doesn't mean you have to spend big money to enjoy it!

Vamps give us Harley Quinn and Joker with guitars.