Born from the trauma of World War II, this bow-wearing cartoon icon became a powerful tool for diplomacy, reinvention, and ...

Scroll down to discover how to ride an escalator in Japan, how to cross the road, when to tip, the greeting that will make locals 'anxious' and why you need to start practising your bowing.

Just break off a bite-size piece and hold it in front of them. If they have manners, they’ll bow before taking it! Be warned - if you tease them they might chase you! KFC is leaving its ...

An curved arrow pointing right. Longbows, or Yumi, have been used in Japan for centuries. But today, a handmade bamboo bow can cost over $2,000. At over 2 meters tall, these bows are difficult handle.

The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history and culture. This episode introduces words related to yumiya, meaning bow and arrow. Together, they've been ...