Masato Shiota brought his papermaking business back from the brink, paying down debt and buying machinery to automate some ...

Japan may be known for its bustling, neon-lit cities, but much of the country, as beautifully depicted in anime, still retains a peaceful, pastoral countryside.

After living on a small urban farm near New Orleans and spending 15 months house- and pet-sitting their way around Mexico, ...

The couple was told that the house in Japan had been vacant for 12 years and had served as a sake brewery until the early ...

If the idea of packing your bags and moving to a new country seems like a dream come true, then you're in luck.

People living in rural Japan are having to get creative to scare off bears. That's as the country sees attacks rising in ...

Residents of one of Japan's five main islands are over three times more likely to live to 100 than their American counterparts, and even have a 40% higher chance than other Japanese citizens.

When most people think of akiya, they tend to picture quiet, rural villages ... of urban living. Many akiya are old, with some dating back centuries, and their wooden structures often show signs of ...

STORY: In rural Japan a gunshot rings out ... "I feel that I have to protect the people living here. Whenever I set a trap, you saw today there are four locations, I'm driven forwards by the thought ...

While modern influences are creeping in, the core practices of portion control, nutrient-rich diets, and active living remain steadfast. For anyone seeking to adopt healthier habits, looking to Japan ...

After living in the metropolitan area for about 20 years, away from my hometown in Nagano Prefecture, I realized the allure of living in rural Japan and decided to relocate with my family. I am now ...