Sensei Mikio Toki is a true master. He traveled from Tokyo to D.C. to teach children through the National Cherry Blossom Festival’s Kites in the Classroom program.

One is a ritual, designated by Japan as important cultural heritage ... In this year’s event in January, only two--15-year-old and 14-year-old boys--were eligible to take part.

In an era where fandom often feels ephemeral, the story of Kazuo Sobajima, a 72-year-old Japanese football fan, reinvigorates our appreciation for loyalty and passion in sports. Traveling all the way ...