A spike bun is an updo with an edgy twist. Its signature feature are the wisps of hair that stick out (artfully, hopefully) ...

She still cuts hair at 108 in a quiet mountain town using the same scissors from before World War II. Her tiny salon holds ...

Japan's culture of excellence extends to its many skincare, haircare, and grooming brands. These are the best, from Feather ...

Thinking about getting this treatment? Make sure you do your homework, check your hair's condition, and talk to a pro first!

Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved. In this photo released by Xinhua News Agency, winner Takeda Rio of Japan holds the trophy during the ...

(AP Photo/Hiro Komae) Updated [hour]:[minute] [AMPM] [timezone], [monthFull] [day], [year] NAHA, Japan (AP) — Spring training for Japanese baseball looks familiar; hitters in the batting cage, ...

“My number-one priority when I’m styling my client’s hair is to always protect their hair, because it makes a huge difference in the final results,” says Jenny Cho, who styled Bel ...

Since Saori Kawano moved to New York City in 1978, she has become an invaluable link between Japanese and American chefs.Credit...Cole Saladino for The New York Times Supported by By Julia Moskin ...

THE WHAT? Shiseido’s stock soared by up to 12%—its biggest jump since May 2018—after London-based investor Independent Franchise Partners (IFP) disclosed a 5.2% stake in the Japanese beauty giant. The ...

Japanese schools should not define “natural hair” as straight, black hair. Natural hair depends on one’s racial and cultural background. For example, mixed-race students could naturally have ...