Japan

Japan Facts
For the automobile enthusiasts, there is one of the Japan facts, which attracts them a lot. It is the fact that Japan is the largest automobile producer in the world. On the other hand, there are others, who find the culture of the land rather interesting.

Japan Facts for Kids
In this article we will take a look at some Japan facts for kids which will help them with some valuable information about this great nation...

Japanese Revolution in Technology
This article helps you understand about the ways and techniques adopted by Japanese for domination in technological world.

Mount Fuji Facts
A compilation of some interesting Mount Fuji facts which will give you an insight of some lesser known attributes of this active stratovolcano in Japan. Continue reading for more information on Japan's revered Mt. Fuji.

Japan Airlines Files for Bankruptcy
Asia's largest air carrier, Japan Airlines has filed for bankruptcy protection.

Origin of the Japanese People
Japan, traditionally known as Nippon-koku, is an East Asian island nation. It is flanked by the Sea of Japan, North and South Korea, People's Republic of China, Russia, the Sea of Okhotsk, the East China Sea and Taiwan. The origin of the inhabitants of this beautiful island dates back to the Upper Paleolithic period...

Japan Fun Facts - Interesting Facts about Japan
Nihon or Nippon as the country is popularly referred to as, the most interesting facts about Japan highlight its peculiar lifestyle. The largest automobile producer in the world, it has a plethora of interesting facts about each and every aspect of its life.

Famous Japanese People
Japan is one of the most economically and technologically advanced nations on our planet. There is a host of famous Japanese people who have made invaluable contributions in diverse areas like business, politics, films,sports and science. Read on to know about some of them.

Japanese School
Talk of the Orient and it is just impossible to ignore the Little Giant - Japan. The land, its history and the culture and traditions are all unique and quite unlike any other on the planet. The distinct characteristic of all that is Japanese is imparted via dedicated education.

Japanese People: Japanese Business Culture
For most foreign companies who are seriously contemplating entering the Japanese market, the Japanese business culture has always been wrongly perceived as one of the biggest hurdles to starting a business in the country.

Traditional Food of Japanese People
In a world of frozen meats, 'steely' tasting tinned food and dreary sandwiches, traditional Japanese food comes as a godsend to most of us. Elegant and refined, the Japanese cuisine is said to be one of the greatest cuisines in the world, and I won't disagree with that!

Trends in Japanese Fashion
A look at the streets of Japan would reveal an interesting amalgamation of the traditional and modern fashion ideas. Here' a look at some of the hottest trends in Japanese fashion.

Osaka, Japan - Highlights
Highlighting key tourists attractions in the Venice of the East.

Japan and Asia: Historical Disputes, Nationalism, and Mistrust
Japan's constant mixed signals over its view of history result in only one perception: Asia still has reason to be afraid of them. If it wants to be accepted fully by its neighbors, Japan needs to stop appeasing its right-wing and take a clear stance on its wartime past.

History of the Samurai
Here is a brief history of the Japanese Samurai...

Male and Female Idol Artists in Japan
A Comparison of 80s Idol Matsuda Seiko and 90s Boy Band SMAP

The Slow Trickle of Japanese Actors Into American Film
With a worldwide market share of pop culture output and a growing film industry increasingly affecting Hollywood and the world, Japan's cultural output is second only to our own. So where are is the respect for their actors in our Hollywood films?

Interesting Facts About Japan
Japan is known as the 'Land of the rising sun'. In Japanese Japan is referred to as 'Nippon' or 'Nihon', literally translated means 'sun origin'.

New Year's Eve Destinations - Japan
New Year in Japan is known as Shogatsu or Oshogatsu, and is one of the most important holidays in the country.

Japan Life
About how I didn't buy a mattress and lived happily ever after.

Japan and the Samurai Warrior (593-1877 A.D.)
A brief history of Japan and the Samurai Warriors. Japan, being an island with a treacherous, highly defensible coastline and an uncertain weather inclined to typhoons, has had an extraordinary pattern of seclusion and exemption from foreign incursions during the whole course of her history.

Japan Nuclear Disaster Reaches Severity Level of Chernobyl
Japan officially raised the crisis level of its nuclear disaster to Level 7, which is the highest rating possible and the same as that reached by Chernobyl.

Japan Nuclear Plant Dumping Radioactive Water into Ocean
Radioactive water is being released into the Pacific to make storage room in the damaged Japanese nuclear power plant.

Situation Worsens at Japanese Nuclear Reactor, Core Breach Suspected
A worst-case scenario may be playing out in Japan, where officials believe that one of the cores of the damaged nuclear reactor may have been breached.

Radiation Levels Elevated in Food and Tap Water in Japan
As authorities struggle to gain control of a badly damaged nuclear reactor, radiation levels are rising in tap water and various types of food.

Japan Employing Desperate Measures to Cool Nuclear Reactors
Conditions at the Fukushima Dai-ichi nuclear reactor have continued to deteriorate, with Japanese officials now trying to cool the reactors by dropping water from helicopters.

Radiation Fears Mounting in Japan
As more explosions damage nuclear power plants, radiation levels are rising and residents are preparing for the worst.

Japanese Prime Minister Vows to Locate War Dead on Iwo Jima
After discovering mass graves on Iwo Jima earlier this Fall, Japanese Prime Minister Naoto Kan has vowed to bring closure to a sorrowful chapter in Japan's history.

U.S. Diplomat to Attend Hiroshima Memorial for First Time
For the first time ever, a U.S. government official will attend the annual Hiroshima Memorial ceremony in Japan.

Geisha
Love - In 1929 Japan, nine-year-old Chiyo Sakamoto and her older sister Satsu Sakamoto are sold by their parents to Mr. Tanaka, who in turn, sells them to the Nitta Okiya.

Japan's Royal Birth: A Future Successor Has Been Born
Japanese citizens were overjoyed at the news that Emperor Akihito has a new grandson, even though the son of Prince Akishino and Princess Kiko is third in line to assume the crown.

Japanese on Edge After Two Children Are Murdered
A series of horrific crimes against children in Japan has terrified the country and made parents nervous about letting their kids walk to school.

Star Trek’s George Takei Comes Out
George Takei, the Japanese-American actor best known for his role as Captain Sulu in Star Trek, has publicly come out as a homosexual.

Princess Masako: Japan’s Crown Princess Pregnant
With Princess Masako pregnant with a possible heir to the Chrysanthemum Throne, Japan can avoid a challenge to its ancient tradition.