World & Nation
Pope Francis will go to Thailand and Japan in November, expected to call for nuclear disarmament and to honor the countries’ Catholic communities.
Sept. 13, 2019
Archives
First, let’s take a moment to thank the device you’re using to read this story, or the table holding up your newspaper.
Jan. 10, 2019
California
The service begins with four loud claps.
Dec. 22, 2014
Practitioners will keep ancient traditions and skills alive with the customary tear-down cycle of their most sacred shrine at Ise.
April 24, 2005
THE YOUNG STUDENT AT Shanghai’s Fudan University pulled no punches.
Oct. 16, 2005
Japanese leader goes to the divisive memorial despite domestic and international criticism.
Oct. 17, 2005
Twenty years ago, the prime minister of Japan, Yasuhiro Nakasone, changed long-standing government policy and visited a shrine to the nation’s war dead in his official capacity.
June 13, 2005
O.C. followers find refuge in nonjudgmental atmosphere of religion founded by Japanese businessman.
Oct. 23, 1999
Travel & Experiences
Spas, monks, mountains and military heroes. Nikko offers a soothing respite from the blare of nearby Tokyo -- except on weekends.
Oct. 8, 2006
Asia: The prime minister wants the emperor to be the nation’s moral authority, not a god. That’s not a bad thing.
May 19, 2000