As the sounds of taiko and fue — traditional Japanese drums and flute — began to fill the Miller Living Room gathering space ...

Home to the ultra-efficient high-speed Shinkansen network, Japan is a country perfectly suited to exploration by train ...

Travellers are spoilt for choice in Japan — whether a first-timer to the country or a repeat visitor, try these alternative ...

This destination, with its stunning nighttime display, is ideal for families and nature lovers who wish to discover plant ...

Walk With a Friend at Tualatin Hills Nature Park: 9 a.m. first Wednesday and third Sunday of the month. Take a guided walk ...

It is a masterclass in how the challenges and constraints of renting can be met with creativity and a sense of fun. The ...

Hannah Wallace If you need an escape from urban landscapes, seek out Zen-like tranquility at the Japanese Garden within Washington Park. The 12-acre Portland Japanese Garden is made up of eight ...

Take a glimpse at the "Gardens of Tomorrow," this year's theme for the upcoming Flower Show. Why it matters: The fete to plants is a Philly rite of passage and signals the coming spring. Driving the ...

A new exhibit on bonsai at Sonoma Botanical Garden features an exquisite indoor forest in miniature, along with a Zen rock ...

But experts know that the "garden" of diplomacy still requires active cultivation to keep it healthy. The Asahi Shimbun spoke with Ryan Shaffer, president of the Japan-America Society of ...

By KIM COOK By now, you may be familiar with biophilic design — it’s the idea of integrating nature into design to enhance ...

Beetles are the most diverse group of organisms on the planet, so you shouldn’t be surprised to find many different kinds thriving in your garden. Here’s how to separate the good, the bad, and the ...