Director Yukiko Mishima's 'HappyEnd' is a masterful and unsettling dissection of a high school's sinister pursuit of perfection, creating a brilliantly mysterious Orwellian drama that will haunt you long after the credits roll.
The poignant tale of two British brothers, both RAF pilots, who lost their lives within hours of each other during the Battle of Britain. Discover their heroic legacy and the memorial that now honours their ultimate sacrifice.
Discover the revolutionary Japanese Interval Walking technique proven to boost fitness, burn fat, and improve health in just minutes a day. This simple yet powerful trend is transforming lives across Britain.
History podcast giants Dominic Sandbrook and Tom Holland are taking their chart-topping show, The Rest Is History, on an unprecedented live tour to Australia, selling out stadiums and redefining the power of historical storytelling.
Forget the bustling metropolises. Japan's secret weapon for your next holiday is its breathtaking, diverse coastline, offering everything from subtropical Okinawan waters to wild, windswept Hokkaido shores.
Expert gardening advice reveals how to cultivate stunning Japanese Maples for a spectacular autumn display of crimson and gold foliage in your British garden.
McLaren's team orders backfire at the Japanese Grand Prix as Lando Norris refuses to let teammate Oscar Piastri through, igniting a fierce debate over racing ethics and team strategy.
The Guardian's 2025 league table unveils the best UK universities for studying History, with Cambridge retaining the top spot while London institutions dominate the upper ranks.
The Guardian's 2025 league table unveils the best UK universities for History of Art. Discover which institutions lead in teaching quality, student satisfaction, and graduate prospects in this prestigious field.
Shocked Netflix subscribers are warning that a new Japanese drama, 'The Parades', has surpassed even the brutal 'Squid Game' in its graphic and violent content, sparking intense online debates.
A startling new historical biography uncovers the dark and vengeful origins of the high heel, tracing it back to a plot by the 16th-century French Queen, Catherine de' Medici, driven by jealousy and a desire to humiliate her husband's mistress.
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer is under fire for inviting controversial peer Lord Mandelson to the King's State Banquet, with critics warning it risks causing significant embarrassment to the monarchy during a crucial diplomatic event with Japanese Empero
A rising sumo star from Japan has shattered a centuries-old tradition by performing a sacred Shinto purification ceremony in Bangkok, marking a historic first outside of Japan.
The legendary Japanese racehorse Haru Urara, who captured the nation's heart despite a famous 113-race losing streak, has passed away peacefully at the age of 27, leaving behind an enduring legacy of perseverance.
Hollywood actress Gwyneth Paltrow faces intense backlash from Japanese culinary experts and social media users after her 'inauthentic' and 'disrespectful' attempt at preparing traditional Japanese ochazuke in her latest GOOP cooking tutorial.
A baffling new optical illusion from a Japanese psychologist is taking the internet by storm, tricking viewers into seeing curved lines where only straight ones exist. Discover the science behind this visual trickery.
Japan's Ambassador to the UK, Hiroshi Suzuki, delighted attendees at a London business event with a series of witty beer-related puns, showcasing a lighter side of international diplomacy.
A Japanese national has been sentenced to over a decade in a Chinese prison on espionage allegations, a case emblematic of Beijing's harsh crackdown in Xinjiang and its opaque judicial system.
UK gardeners are being warned about a costly summer error involving invasive plants that could lead to massive fines and legal trouble. Learn how to identify and safely remove them.
In a seismic shift for Japanese politics, heavyweight Shigeru Ishiba declares his candidacy for the ruling LDP leadership, directly challenging embattled Prime Minister Fumio Kishida ahead of a pivotal September vote.
Prince Hisahito of Akishino, the sole male heir to Japan's Chrysanthemum Throne, has formally reached adulthood at 18. His coming-of-age ceremony marks a pivotal moment for a monarchy once threatened with extinction due to a lack of male successors.
Brendan Fraser's new drama 'Rental Family' is branded a sentimental misfire by The Guardian. Read the full scathing review of the film's clumsy plot and wasted potential.
Exclusive: In a startling intervention, a senior Japanese statesman warns the nation's roaring stock market is overheating and echoes the dangerous 'bubble economy' of the 1980s, urging immediate government action.
Japan's Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba resigns in emotional press conference following catastrophic election defeat that decimates ruling party's majority, triggering political crisis.
Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba announces sudden resignation following ruling party's devastating loss in Tokyo assembly elections, triggering political upheaval.
Exclusive: Unearthed 19th-century architectural plans by Perceval Parsons expose the colossal rail terminus that was never built, a forgotten rival to London's St Pancras.
In a stunning political move, veteran Japanese lawmaker Shigeru Ishiba resigns from the ruling LDP, dealing a severe blow to Prime Minister Fumio Kishida's already fragile administration amid plummeting approval ratings.
Homeowners across Britain are facing financial ruin as the invasive Japanese Knotweed spreads uncontrollably, with removal costs soaring into the millions and property values plummeting. Experts warn the plant is creating 'impenetrable jungles' and devast
Our in-depth review of the Global Classic Japanese Chef Knife. Discover if this iconic, lightweight santoku lives up to the hype for UK home cooks and professionals.
The costly and secretive Daijosai enthronement ritual for Emperor Naruhito has ignited a fierce debate in Japan, pitting ancient tradition against modern financial transparency and the future of the Chrysanthemum Throne.