The Japanese emperor is allowed to resign
The Japanese cabinett passed a law that allows emperor Akihito to resign from his post.
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The worlds' oldest hotel...
...stands in Japan. Did you know? The Nishiyama Onsen Keiunkan is being operated since the year 705.
The Ryokan has been since unbelievable 52 generations in the same families' ownership. Since over 1300 years, Nishiyama Onsen Keiunkan welcomes guests – until now without any break.
The new Japan Information Portal
Find out about the new Japan Information Portal by Thomas Köhler and Yoshi Hugler - with their personal Japan travel tips!
Positive Aspects of «Forest Bathing» scientifically proven
Scientific research has proven the positive aspects on health.
GINMAKU Crowdfunding Project
With a focus on cultural exchange, a big importance lies on the support this Film Festival gets - for a secured continuity. With your help, the GINMAKU Film Festival can provide a rich program again. We count on you!
Japan Rail Pass Petition
Attention! The Japan Rail Group announced that they're planning not to sell the Japan Rail Pass to abroad living japanese citizens anymore. Here you can find more information on the ongoing petition relating to the topic.
Happy Hinamatsuri!
Today is Hinamatsuri! On this day, Japanese Families showcase puppets in traditional clothing and young girls try out being little hosts themselves.
Chemical element named after Japan
Nihonium is artificial produced element and carries the element symbol Nh with the atomic no. 113.
Serious quake shakes up Japan
A serious quake of 7,3 on the scale occured in the region of Fukushima.
National Holiday
Yesterday, we celebrated the National Holiday throughout Switzerland. But in Japan, the National Holiday, has been decided upon quite differently...