And failing to perform an adequate bow can still be perceived as a slight, particularly among older, more traditional Japanese. Today, the bow is the time-honored greeting in Japan, but is also ...

The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history and culture. This episode introduces words related to yumiya, meaning bow and arrow. Together, they've been ...

Japanese history credits Meiji for modernizing ... or the shrine's large archway. It's traditional to bow once entering, then again when you leave. To foreigners, the Temizusha may appear to ...

The 73rd Omato National Archery Competition was held at the famed Sanjusangendo temple here on Jan. 15 with some 1,600 participants showing off their skills in kyudo, traditional Japanese archery.