Origami, the art of paper folding, isn't just a creative outlet; it can also hold deep spiritual significance. Across many cultures worldwide, paper animals are believed to have a special connection ...

Or even check you’ve still got those carp scales from Christmas on you. Lucky symbols and good luck charms are part of culture across the globe. Many are only popular in certain countries or ...

Despite its name, the Japanese gecko, a symbol of good luck when spotted inside the home, is an alien species introduced from China around 3,000 years ago, a study shows. Researchers from ...

Japan’s annual ritual of “mame-maki,” or bean-throwing, at Buddhist temples, Shinto shrines and homes sees people marking “setsubun,” the last day of the winter in the Japanese lunar ...

Mikuriya stands out from the crowd by serving what they claim to be “Japan’s first Japanese pattern crepes." Traditional Japanese patterns not only look beautiful but are said to bring good luck, so ...