Each spring and fall, a group of 20 or so explores various parts of Japan for an immersive, exciting two weeks. We take the subways and buses, literally rubbing shoulders with the locals, and do a lot ...

By Takumi Yamamoto NAP Contributor In June, a Sunday Sake Social was held at Seattle First Hill Clubhouse. Participating breweries included Urakasumi and Ichinokura from Miyagi Prefecture in Japan, ...

The corner of 12th Avenue South and South Jackson Street in Seattle, Washington is home – but the people who have called it home have changed over the decades. On the northeast corner, a marker ...

From May 2025, North American Post became a monthly publication. New Issues are published every 4th Friday of the month ...

From May 2025, North American Post became a monthly publication. New Issues are published every 4th Friday of the month.

From May 2025, North American Post became a monthly publication. New Issues are published every 4th Friday of the month.

Terry Takeuchi is the owner and self-described “homeboy cook” at one of the most beloved Bellevue restaurants, Terry’s Kitchen. While he is the nightly chef in the kitchen, he never misses the ...

Naomi Ishisaka Photo Naomi Ishisaka Naomi Ishisaka is “ The Seattle Times ’” Assistant Managing Editor for Diversity, Inclusion and Staff Development. Her weekly column covers race, culture, equity ...

Index maps: The first leg of the NAP tour captured in the photos. The blue line to Takayama (“Hida-Takayama”) is 502 km (312 miles; six hours by train).Images: Google Maps The popular Japan Tour ...