It’s no secret that the change of the seasons is well-loved in Japan.

Hotou is a hot pot noodle dish unique to Japan’s Yamanashi Prefecture dating back to the Heian Period (794-1185).

Experience the tradition of indigo-dyeing near Lake Kawaguchiko in Yamanashi Prefecture.

In Japan, green tea is enjoyed in many forms, whether hot or cold or from loose leaves or tea bags. The art of brewing and serving tea is a delicate tradition that goes back to the 8th century.

Our community products at Stars and Stripes are geared toward one very important thing: giving you the tools to make the most of your time while stationed in the Pacific.

Oshino Village is home to a set of eight ponds that were designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2013.

The Mt. Fuji World Heritage Center Shizuoka in Fujinomiya City is within a 2.5-hour drive from most military bases in the Kanto Plain and is a great place to learn about the majestic symbol of Japan.

High school graduation is a special time, and Stars and Stripes is pleased to once again be putting together our annual Grad Tab, highlighting information on all of the Pacific DoDEA high schools and their graduating classes.

Tea is an important part of daily life in Japan and an indispensable part of washoku Japanese cuisine.

As cherry blossom season soon approaches, it’s time to start planning your outings to enjoy local festivals, Hanami (cherry blossom-viewing) picnics and more.