The Sada Abe case is one of Japan’s most infamous true crime stories. In 1936, Abe, a former geisha and maid, murdered her lover, businessman Kichizō Ishida, during an intense affair. The crime ...

Beyond his creative work, Tomita is also a central figure in Madrid’s queer cultural landscape. He recently served as a judge ...

Tokyo may be a futuristic metropolis, but its roots run deep in the 17th century when the city was known as Edo—then one of the world’s largest urban centers that flourished with commerce, ...

Picture this as a rare little detour from the week, the kind you only hear about through a friend who knows where the good stuff hides. A World Barista Champion ...

Universal Engeisha Co. Ltd. (6061.TO) Japan 1st Quarter Ended September 30 GROUP 2025 2024 Revenue Y4.81 bln Y4.14 bln Operating Profit Y446.00 mln Y230.00 mln Pretax Profit Y511.00 mln Y113.00 mln ...

Let's be real here. Kyoto is dreamy, ancient, and full of narrow lanes lined with wooden teahouses where geiko and maiko ...

Subhash K Jha reflects on 20 years of Memoirs Of A Geisha in this special feature that also touches on Hollywood, Bollywood, ...