“This character grew out of my desire to explore the idea of turning traditional Japanese painting into 3-D form,” says Toyoda of his reimagining of the oni — recognizable by his fangs and ...

Fashion is used as a form of personal expression, a revolution against oppression and a reflection on traditions. However, ...

From learning to carve woodblocks or make pottery, to observing artisans at work, tourists can help sustain and revive these art forms just by checking in.

there’s an element of showmanship associated with the knife- and spatula-wielding chef — or if it’s more traditional Japanese fare you’re after. We went for the latter. Still, we ...

Works by Hisako Hibi, Miné Okubo and Miki Hayakawa are featured in “Pictures of Belonging” at the Smithsonian American Art ...

Glass may be fragile, but when it's melted, it can be molded into a brand new shape. Just like her medium, 53-year-old Kurumi ...

Oni, the monstrous demons of Japan. Dishonest and deceptive they stole women and brought misfortune to the villages of Japan. So, Emperor Ichijō sent his greatest and most pure warrior to slay ...

Located in Delray Beach, the museum is showcasing two thought-provoking new art exhibits along with a traditional tea ...

Miki Hayakawa’s “One Afternoon” (circa 1935) is part of the Smithsonian American Art Museum exhibit ... finding inspiration in traditional Japanese calligraphy and the changing seasons.