From sacred rituals to daily life, explore rural Japan a century ago through National Geographic’s vivid photos.

The first thing I learned about Japan was that the summers are hot. Extremely hot and extremely humid. I learned this in August 2022 the hard way—pushing an overweight suitcase and backpack up steep ...

Aging is a natural process, but there are certain lifestyle habits that can reduce its effects and promote overall well-being. In Japan, which leads the world in longevity, daily habits combine ...