Japan
Cherry blossom trees symbolize enduring U.S.-Japan ties [video]
Take a virtual walk among the cherry trees surrounding the Tidal Basin in Washington and learn more about their history in this 360-degree video!
U.S. vice president’s wife welcomes Japan’s Akie Abe
Akie Abe, wife of Japan's prime minister, pays a visit to Karen Pence at the residence of the U.S. vice president in Washington.
Trump, Japan’s Abe stand in solidarity
President Trump and Japanese Prime Minister Shinzō Abe are united on how to deal with North Korea and agree that a nuclear North Korea cannot be tolerated. They also pledge to work for free and fair trade.
Teaching English in Japan shapes lives, including the teachers’
The Japan Exchange and Teaching Program gives Americans and others a chance to live in Japan while teaching English. Here's one person's experience.
Highlights from President Trump’s Asia trip
President Donald J. Trump just wrapped up a historic five-country trip to Asia. Here are some memorable moments that you might have missed.
Decades later, Japan’s gift to Americans is still vibrant
The Kennedy Center’s Terrace Theater, a gift from Japan in 1976, is celebrating its reopening with artwork and performances that pay tribute to the country.
Japanese woodblock prints online — and free
The most recent gift from the U.S. Library of Congress to the world is a collection of more than 2,500 stunning Japanese woodblock prints.
A Japanese director’s lasting influence on American cinema [video]
America’s greatest living filmmakers speak with a common theme when talking about Japan’s legendary screenwriter and director Akira Kurosawa.
Japan through the lens of American film [video]
Here is a sampling of moments from American movies that try to capture the magic of Japan.