When people mention going to Japan for hanami (flower-watching in Japanese), one would usually think of sakura or cherry blossoms. But there are also other equally beautiful flowers that bloom ...

From awe-inspiring mountains to architectural marvels, these stunning destinations are captivating beyond belief.

Creating a Zen garden is a wonderful way to cultivate a peaceful and serene space in your backyard. Japanese gardens are renowned for their tranquility, elegance, and harmony with nature.

As spring approaches, Japanese people wait in anticipation for the cherry blossoms to come into bloom. The flowering of the cherries, or sakura in Japanese, signal the end of winter and get people ...

As Japan’s northernmost prefecture, Hokkaido has the country’s coldest winters. That, of course, means what sort of outdoor activities are feasible depends on the time of year, and so in its visitor ...

Candy Williams Friday, Oct. 18, 2019 6:00 a.m. | Friday, Oct. 18, 2019 6:00 a.m. Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens’ fall flower show is like the season itself ­— a brief but welcome respite ...

This big flower has a big stink.Titan arum, also known as the corpse flower, has a large blossom and even larger stench. It bloomed this weekend in central Japan.It measures 7 1/2 feet tall and 3 feet ...