The tatami room, better known as 和室 (washitsu, “Japanese-style room”), is a space that features tatami mats as its main flooring element. Tatami mats are made from woven straw with a rice straw core ...

However, the build of the bed may not be as sturdy as the Sunday beds. The SAGSTUA Ikea bed is a very durable, simple, and elegant steel bed frame. Its classic metal bed design with curved lines ...

TOKYO, Japan — Japanese tipples sake and shochu — and the knowledge and skills honed over centuries to make them — have been added to UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage list. AFP looks at how sake, ...

Try these speed reading exercises to improve reading. You can also learn something about the news. There are reading texts at different levels. You can choose the reading speed of each text. If one ...

Remember, every dog is different, so choose a bed that suits their needs. Larger dogs need more space, and sleeping habits like posture matter, too. Some dogs curl up tightly, while others stretch ...

It’s compact, but the size doesn’t mean it skimps on style. Cons: The assembly was a little tricky and the under-the-bed storage leaves a little to be desired. Best for: Someone who favors a ...

Nearly all mattress companies now make their own adjustable bases, and you can often purchase a bed and mattress combo together for a better deal than buying them separately. In addition to ...

10 revealing facts about Japanese. Get your head around tongue twisters and jokes. It's also available in Japanese with audio.

If you’re curious about adjustable bed frames but you’re not sure if they're worth the extra cost, I’m here to help. The idea of a zero-gravity sleeping position may sound intriguing ...

Ms. Yamazaki is a documentary filmmaker. What makes Japanese people distinctively Japanese? For me, the key lies in what we are taught during our elementary school years. Children as young as 6 ...

During her family's move to the suburbs, a sullen 10-year-old girl wanders into a world ruled by gods, witches and spirits, and where humans are changed into beasts.