Japan dives into New Year with prayers and an icy plunge

Dozens of worshipers took a deep breath and a brave plunge into icy waters at a Tokyo shrine Sunday, keeping afloat a New Year tradition to purify the soul and pray for good health.

Beauty in ordinary things: why this Japanese folk craft movement still matters 100 years on

Yanagi Sōetsu’s call to value simple, well-made objects feels especially relevant in our current disposable culture.

Tatsuya Imai's Astros Signing: 2026 Fantasy Baseball Analysis

The recent parade of Japanese stars coming to MLB has changed teams and excited fans. Tatsuya Imai’s signing by the Houston ...

‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ Hits $1.23 Billion, ‘The Housemaid’ Nears $200 Million Box Office Milestone

"Avatar:Fire and Ash" remains the No. 1 movie globally as fellow holiday holdover "The Housemaid" nears a notable box office ...