The most famous attraction is Takachiho Gorge – a deep chasm carved out by several explosions from the nearby Mount Aso, ...

“The data indicates that the youngest stars form in filaments of gas,” Loeb said. “Subsequently the gas cools and fragments ...

China is ramping up its military actions and raising tensions in the Nansei Islands. Japan is bolstering its presence in ...

Kyushu, the southernmost of Japan's four main ... the region is known to hold some of Japan's best-preserved cultural treasures across generations. The result is what some might describe as ...

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MUNAKATA, Fukuoka Prefecture--Physical labor and traditional practices, long the hallmarks of coastal fishing operations in Japan ... by supercomputers at Kyushu University in Fukuoka, based ...

This three-day cycling adventure takes you through the stunning Goto Islands, a group of 152 islands off the western coast of ...

Miyazaki Ramen is a unique style of ramen that hails from Miyazaki Prefecture in Kyushu, Japan. Known for its lighter, yet flavorful pork bone broth, this ramen offers a milder alternative to the ...

Creation legends and folk tales swirl like snow and leaves across the protected landscapes of Japan. This selection of four ...

Tucked on Japan’s southwestern island of Kyushu, Fukuoka thrives in the understated—a mix of old-world craft and neon-lit ...

Did you know that sakura isn’t just one type of tree but over 200 distinct cherry blossom species? From soft pink petals to rare golden hues, each variety has its own charm. Discover 10 stunning types ...