The Metropolitan Museum of Art's engaging "Recasting the Past" exhibition looks at the antiquarian spirit in China since the 12th century.

Aedes's new incense line, made by master artisans in Kyoto, infuses a centuries-old Japanese craft with the finest French ...

With Japan at the eastern end of the Silk Road ... placed a three-millimeter piece of fragrant wood onto the top of an incense burner. A piece of charcoal surrounded by ash heated the wood ...

Editor’s note: This series showcases what we are calling “kawaii” (cute) items made locally in the iconic Japanese city ... also stocks an electric incense burner for home use, priced ...

According to NASA, the first day of spring officially begins at 5:01 a.m. EST on March 20. The vernal equinox is an ...

Spring equinox rituals and traditions from around the world, from a mass water fight in Thailand to sun worship at Mayan ...

In the past, Japanese funerals were deeply rooted in Buddhist and ... Slightly bow your head and bring the powder to your forehead. Sprinkle it into the incense burner (repeat 1-3 times). Stick ...

The 24 solar terms, originating in ancient China, integrate astronomy, farming, phenology and folklore. They greatly influenced Chinese life, promoted social progress, and are recognized globally as a ...

Wander beneath large red gates, through a seasonal market and past tiered temple roofs before copying locals as they clap hands, toss coins and burn incense at the main altar. Afterwards ...