The plaza is the work of Japanese garden designer Hoichi Kurisu, according to the park department. Seven 60-year-old Japanese black pines cultivated by Kurisu and his family are planted in the plaza.

A popular retail chain known for its Japanese-inspired items is expanding to New Mexico. Daiso, which was founded in Japan, ...

And “konbini,” if it isn’t already obvious, is a Japanese adaptation of the English ... for Yan’s newish restaurant in the Chinatown Plaza on West Colonial. Walala Asian Noodle House ...