An earthquake with an estimated magnitude of 4.4 hit Ibaraki Prefecture, northeast of Tokyo, at 8:56 a.m. on Friday. It ...

This ekiben from Kamogawa in southern Chiba features sanga-yaki, made from minced fish, and is packed with regional flavors like thick, tender Boshu hijiki and the long-prized Nagasa-mai rice.

It is a masterclass in how the challenges and constraints of renting can be met with creativity and a sense of fun. The calming plant-filled loft apartment is a reflection of the couple’s enthusiasm ...