Masakazu Yoshizawa, a musician best known for his mastery of traditional Japanese flutes who was featured on the “Memoirs of a Geisha” soundtrack, died Oct. 24 of stomach cancer at his San Gabriel ...

Japan’s traditional performing arts date back more than 1,000 years, here’s a quick guide to some of the major styles you’ll encounter.

Minyo Crusaders will release 'From Japan With Love' on June 26, led by the new single 'Hanagasa Ondo' with Frente Cumbiero.

Beneath the surface of sedate geisha teahouses and hushed shrines, Kyoto is a hotbed for legendary live music — here, Japan's most unique, riotous acts are set free in the city's underground clubs, ...