Traditional Japanese games remain an important part of Japan’s cultural background, with many still played today—especially at traditional events. But what can they teach us about the Japanese psyche?

We have a look at how Japan has historically led the world in video games since the introduction of the Famicom in 1983, and how modern Japanese companies are keeping up with global trends and technology.

With the recent surprise success of a movie about Kabuki, this centuries-old theater form is back in the public eye. But what exactly is Kabuki?

Zen or Zazen refers to the teachings and philosophy of the Zen sect of Buddhism. It expresses a free mind that is not bound by anything, especially attachments to material things.

In the Japanese capital of Tokyo, the number of shisha shops has surpassed the number of Starbucks and McDonalds in the past few years. How has this rapid trend come about?

In Japan, personality diagnosis based on blood type is believed in. Do you know your blood type?